We've had the good fortune to host several thousand guests, and I get to talk to many who are either retired or contemplating retirement. I have found it fascinating to hear the many ways retirees rediscover themselves during this transition, finding their passion and meaning through pursuits like beekeeping, welding, felting, and sustainable gardening, for example.
Instead of stepping away completely from our work lives, we changed careers by diving into a new adventure and purchased a small bed and breakfast in Virginia. This decision allowed us to stay active in our own business and get involved in the local community.
For example, learning to navigate the various aspects of social media proved challenging. After a few months of listing the Inn on TripAdvisor, they called me asking what I thought about their service. I replied that it was working well, and then they told me I was getting "dinged." I had no idea.
Another challenge for my wife was the wide variety of dietary requirements. Although she was able to meet those demands superbly, I struggled with some of the terminology. Responding to the question of dietary restrictions, a guest replied, "By the way, I'm pescatarian," and I responded that I was Methodist.
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