Welcome to the retirement club! Found myself in a similar situation earlier this year, not a pink slip, but coercion nonetheless. Opted for the "fork in the road" after 34 yrs of federal service, not exactly the timeline I had planned but close enough to make it more attractive than staying. Jump right in, the water is fine! Looking forward to reading your musings! Cathy (Kellenberger)
Hey Bill! Timing is everything and it is now your time to shine brighter than you ever have under your own creations. I applaud you for continuing and not staying in a dark place. Welcome to the world of sharing your blood, sweat and fears on paper. It's okay and just what the doctor ordered. I will read and support your musings because that's what friends do. Salute! Shack
As a follower of Connie Schultz and her writing, I read about your migration to Substack and decided to give your work a try. Glad I found you, but sorry a forced retirement is the reason. You will enjoy the community here. Welcome!
I wrote on Medium for about three years adding about 2000 followers over time. When things shifted there, I looked for an alternative platform. Building community here takes time but I much prefer the substance. Good luck!
Welcome to the retirement club! Found myself in a similar situation earlier this year, not a pink slip, but coercion nonetheless. Opted for the "fork in the road" after 34 yrs of federal service, not exactly the timeline I had planned but close enough to make it more attractive than staying. Jump right in, the water is fine! Looking forward to reading your musings! Cathy (Kellenberger)
Hey Bill! Timing is everything and it is now your time to shine brighter than you ever have under your own creations. I applaud you for continuing and not staying in a dark place. Welcome to the world of sharing your blood, sweat and fears on paper. It's okay and just what the doctor ordered. I will read and support your musings because that's what friends do. Salute! Shack
As a follower of Connie Schultz and her writing, I read about your migration to Substack and decided to give your work a try. Glad I found you, but sorry a forced retirement is the reason. You will enjoy the community here. Welcome!
Thank you Candy! I hope you find it worthwhile. I think it’ll be a good platform for me.
I wrote on Medium for about three years adding about 2000 followers over time. When things shifted there, I looked for an alternative platform. Building community here takes time but I much prefer the substance. Good luck!
What a wonderful way you have with words and a gracious acceptance of unexpected (sort of) news!
A window closes. A door opens. Looking forward to what I find in The Rabbit Hole.