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Old 12-23-2023, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by macawlaw View Post
Two observations. First, most people talk about what they know. While we have owned our home here for almost four years, DH and I retired 8 days ago. This is our first extended time here.

My limited experience is that 75% of the women I have met have not worked outside of the home. Their children and their grandchildren have been their lives. That is what they know and talk about.

I love to talk about my children and when asked about them, I do. Depending on my relationship with the other person determines how much information they get.

Second, most of my interactions have been fairly superficial. As most people our age have children/grand children, it’s an easy conversation starter since it is usually a commonality.
Just 8 Days! Congratulations on your retirement! And welcome to your first “extended “ time here in The Villages - I hope you will be able to more fully immerse yourself in all that The Villages has to offer!

Retirement is the best!
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