Wednesday, September 6, 2017

One Year Ago ~


Time is flying by.  I can't believe I retired a year ago today.  Where has the time gone?  I don't understand people saying they are bored.  They need to get a hobby.  Volunteer.  Anything.  I haven't been bored a day and wish there were more hours in the day or less hours spent sleeping.
 
 
I have kept busy.  (Most days, too busy.)  Two trips to California ~ one a three and a half week road trip west and the other by jet.  A few days in Chicago.  Several quick trips to Michigan.  Five days of hooking heaven in West Virginia.  A couple other hooking classes.  LOTS more hooking time with friends.  Guild meetings.  Hook ins.  This Friday and Saturday I will be attending the Woolkeeper's Hook In in Danville, Indiana.  There are several places where I will be vending in the next two months, so busy getting ready for those shows.  Never a dull moment.
 
Retirement may not be right for everyone, but it sure was right for me :)

Thanks so much for stopping by.
Pug hugs :)
Lauren
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16 comments:

  1. Lori from Notforgotten FarmSeptember 6, 2017 at 2:46 PM

    Congratulations you busy hooker you ❤️🤓🐝

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2017 at 3:37 PM

    I've been retired for six years, and I am never ever bored! In fact, I find there are not enough hours in the day to do everything I want...

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  3. Jennie in GASeptember 6, 2017 at 5:11 PM

    I totally concur with you about retirement!! Never a dull moment...sometimes wish there was...lol ....but I wouldn't trade it for anything. Glad you continue to live it.

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  4. deniseSeptember 6, 2017 at 6:28 PM

    enjoy! i am so jelly!!!!!!

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  5. JuliaSeptember 6, 2017 at 6:51 PM

    No moss is growing under your feet girl. I can see you're a busy retiree and enjoying every minute of it... Me I'm more like retarded, I'm just tired of not being retired, lol. I'm hoping, one more year.

    I think I could keep busy with many hobbies but not travelling as much as you do. When I retire, I'll probably gain weight. Lol... We never know what destiny has for us.
    Hugs, Julia

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  6. acorn hollowSeptember 6, 2017 at 7:10 PM

    I am sooooo jealous!!!!! I can not wait! I had someone in my store this week that had
    retired in the past couple of years. I said I can not wait she said oh you will get a job I hate it! how oh how can a job be your life. I have to much living and my job is holding me back.
    Cathy

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  7. SaundraSeptember 6, 2017 at 7:33 PM

    Good grief woman! You have been in a whirl-spin this last year. Can't believe you worried about retirement and making things work out. Glad this last year has been good and bet next year will be better.

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  8. Prims By The WaterSeptember 6, 2017 at 8:06 PM

    Shucks...was hoping to see you at Holly this weekend. Hope you have fun in Indy though. Janice...ps I cannot wait to retire...a few years yet though for me. :-(

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  9. CarolynSeptember 6, 2017 at 8:25 PM

    I heard the story of being bored when I retired in 2009 and thought it was hilarious. As a quilter I have made more than 100 quilts...most for donation. Then I learned to rug hook and quilting got left behind. Still not bored!

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  10. Farm GirlSeptember 7, 2017 at 9:08 AM

    You are good busy though. I heard a couple of people talking about it yesterday and I just wanted to scream. They needed a hobby! I have never been bored a day in my life either. I like reading about all that you have done in one year. That is just amazing. You go girl!!

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  11. JacquelineSeptember 7, 2017 at 12:51 PM

    I'm with you. Three years this month for me and I have loved every minute.

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  12. village folk artSeptember 7, 2017 at 5:58 PM

    Agreed Lauren, I do not understand those who are retired with nothing to do. It is so sad. My bucket list overflows with stuff that I want to do. Actually, I have 2 bucket lists, or
    should I say my BL has a BL.
    Enjoy and have fun for the rest of the week friend.
    Peace for all especially those in Irma's way, Barb

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  13. moosecraftSeptember 8, 2017 at 6:07 AM

    Congrats on your one year anniversary! :-)

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  14. MargaretSeptember 8, 2017 at 8:49 PM

    Can't believe it's been a year! So glad you are enjoying retirement.

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  15. Julie - My Primitive HeartSeptember 10, 2017 at 11:26 AM

    Hi Lauren,
    Congratulations on your one year anniversary!! So happy you are enjoying each and every moment!!! How is the house project coming along?
    Enjoy your Sunday!
    Heart Hugs~
    Julie

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  16. JustGailSeptember 10, 2017 at 4:14 PM

    I suspect those who say retirement is boring built most of their life around the job. It sounds like you've been very busy being not bored.

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