Don’t listen to retirement naysayers
Dave’s retirement journeyWe all have our own ideas of what an attractive retirement looks like. So, don’t let naysayers define your retirement.
Sharing ideas about money, health and family

Hi, I’m Dave. I retired in December, 2010 in my mid-50s. Before retiring, I spent 30+ years in marketing for several financial services companies, most recently, for Sun Life.
I write about what it actually feels like to be retired – the pitfalls, as well as the joys. I share some of my real-life experiences and what they’ve taught me about how to lead a successful retirement.
I hope you’ll find my journey entertaining and helpful whether you’re transitioning into retirement, semi-retired, fully retired, or still redefining what “retirement” means.
– Dave Dineen
We all have our own ideas of what an attractive retirement looks like. So, don’t let naysayers define your retirement.
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