Why We are Taking Social Security at Age 62
We decided to take Social Security at age 62. We know there are as many ways to consider this decision as there are days in a year. And many experts advise against taking social security “early” so that you get a bigger check at full retirement age. It is hard to argue against that.
My German Diary: Things We Leave Behind
So, here I am. Sunday, September 6, 2009. Still counting down; no, counting days now. I am looking forward to the day I shall fly out of Germany. No. I think the day I shall fly out of Germany is looking (staring is the right word, I think) at me. And it feels bad, you know.
Creating a Lifestyle of Meaning within Your Retirement
At various times in our lives all of us come to a fork in the road - that place where we need to make a decision about where we want to go for our future. Picking a career, choosing a spouse, or determining whether or not to have children are examples of these significant junctures.
Could You Become Car-Free?
It wasn't a decision we took lightly. In fact, Billy and I discussed the idea of becoming car-free for several years. There were good reasons to do it: no more maintenance and repair costs; no more fees for insurance, license plate renewal, or registration; no more fuel expense; and no more worry about storing the vehicle here in the States when we are traveling overseas for months or years at a time.
All of Your Medical Tourism Questions: Answered!
If you're new to the idea of medical tourism, you probably have lots of questions about whether it's right for you. Here are a few answers to help you out!
Welcome to Frayed Passport!
Great to meet you! I’m Sarah, the editor behind Frayed Passport. We’ve got tons of stories, tips, and photos from travelers all around the world, so have a look around and start planning your adventure abroad!
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