December 2022
Retired at 54? Does that mean I will be retired for 20 years? 30? 40? My Husband (Andrew) tells me that most people in the world would envy me. Having enough money not to work again unless I want to is a privilege I know but do I want to not work again? Honestly, I don't know yet. After a lifetime of being busy and "pushing the envelope", retiring early is a strange concept and one I am getting used to (or not, we'll wait and see)... I am Leonie Jarrett. 54 and living in Melbourne, Australia. I have lived in Melbourne all my life and I love mostly everything about it. Yes, the weather is not always wonderful (especially at the moment courtesy of La Nina, a wet and cold weather system which is keeping Summer away). Mainly, though, I love this city. Loads of trees and beautiful gardens, cafes, restaurants, coffee, theatre, sport, so many different cultures with all the wonders they bring...you name it, we have it in Melbourne. I am lucky enough to have two homes - one i...