Terry’s Thoughts: a blog about self-awareness during the retirement phase of life, what I am calling the Encore Phase
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Finding Meaning Beyond Achievements
Hello and Good Day… Thank You for stopping by Terry’s Thoughts, it is always appreciated! As I continue my Encore Phase journey, it becomes clearer and clearer the happiest retirees aren’t the ones who escape work. They’re the ones who replace it with meaning: service, learning, mentorship, creativity, structure, and purpose. Who are we when…
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Never Stop Considering What Is Next!
Hello and Happy New Year! Hope your new year has started well -and- I also would like to extend my best wishes for this coming year to be full of grand adventures, opportunities and lots of fun and laughter ! As always, I appreciate You taking the time to stop by ‘Terry’s Thoughts.’ A fulfilling retirement…
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New Year – 2026 = The Universal Year 1
Hello and Good Day…hope You are enjoying the Holiday Season and special moments with Family and Friends! 2026 will be the start of the 5th year of my ‘Encore’ phase of life. The 5th anniversary is the Wood Anniversary symbolizing strength, wisdom and resilience. I can happily report my ‘Encore’ continues to grow and develop -and-…
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Holiday Season Greeting
Hello and Good Day! Hope You are doing well and the days have been good to You -or- more importantly, You are making the best of each day for yourself! As the Christmas song lyric reminds us; “…it’s the most Wonderful Time Of The Year!” This time of year should remind us what is most important in…
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A Few Thoughts To Consider During Our Transition…
Hello… hope You enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday -and- special moments with your Family and Friends! As we move (quickly) to the upcoming Holiday Season with all the hustle and bustle please remember to stop, take a few moments to enjoy and cherish the joy of the Holiday Season! Now, on to the thoughts behind…
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Thanksgiving Holiday
Hello and Good Day. Hope You have been doing well and the days have been treating You well! Can’t believe how quickly this year continues to move forward and it’s Thanksgiving! A short message today. With this moment in our time, this Thanksgiving, let’s do ourself a favor and hit the pause button and remind…
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Navigating The Transition From A Rewarding Career
Hello! Hope You have been doing well -and- continue to enjoy your days. Over the past 6 weeks I have been taking a course to complete and obtain a retirement life coaching certification. This was a challenge I took on as one of my continuing learning goals. As I have written in past articles, one…
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Reaching a Milestone
Hello and Good Day! Thanks for taking a moment to stop by ‘Terry’s Thoughts,’ it is always appreciated! Today’s article marks a milestone in my writings… it’s the 50th article! When my Son, (Justin), recommended I write about my experiences, challenges obstacles, lessons-learned and revelations during my transition to retirement. I thought good idea…how much…
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Keeping The Focus (on You)
Hello -and- Thanks for taking a moment to spend a little of your time to stop by ‘Terry’s Thoughts,’ it is always appreciated! My Son’s Friend, (Casey Grisez), has a blog; ‘Casey’s Notes.’ -and- You should consider checking it out. In one of his stories, Casey included a quote from Emily Dickinson that I thought…
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“Time Is On My Side” (Rolling Stones)
Hello and Thanks for taking a moment to stop by ‘Terry’s Thoughts.’ I know You have many choices and stopping by means a lot! Golden Meir stated; “… I must govern the clock, not be governed by it.” This statement provides a powerful reminder to not allow time to consume our pace or our agenda……
Never quit searching. Never settle. Never give up seeking your purpose.
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