From Library Journal
Retirement is near for many thousands of Americans, and this title is self-help for those who wonder, What will I do after I retire? Here are over 1000 ideas for new interests and activities to enrich those retirement years. Presented in alphabetical order, hundreds of ideas will jostle minds into renewed creativity. Before jumping in, says the introduction, readers should note the "Taking a Personal Inventory" section and then a section called "Getting Along with Each Other: Communication Tips." Eight appendixes cover a wide variety of supporting information about volunteering, grandchildren, travel, and additional resources. The index provides more access points. Public libraries will want to purchase.?Susan C. Awe, Jefferson Cty. P.L. Sys., Arvada, COCopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Library Journal
Over 1000 ideas for new interests and activities to enrich those retirement years. Public libraries will want to purchase.
How to Enjoy Your Retirement: Activities from A to Z (Second Edition) FROM THE PUBLISHER
How to Enjoy Your Retirement has over 1000 inspiring and fun ideas for making retirement a happy and rewarding time of life. It makes a great gift for the many people today who suddenly find themselves faced with an abundance of time and freedom, which can actually seem stressful. They simply "don't know what to do with themselves." To help these millions of Americans find fulfillment in their retirement years, the authors have filled this one-of-a-kind offering with A to Z listings of motivational ideas such as volunteering, learning to play the harmonica, taking a train ride, and much, much more. Plus, the second edition provides even more toll-free phone numbers, websites, and mailing addresses to help readers investigate ideas quickly and inexpensively.
Steve Allen, the comedian/composer/author absolutely loved the first edition of the book. He praised the authors Wagner & Day for "saving the rest of us a good deal of study time
FROM THE CRITICS
Vim & Vigor Magazine
You'll find so many ideas in How to Enjoy Your Retirement [that] boredom won't be one of your choices.An alphabetical guide offering a wide range of pastimes with options appealing to both women and menThis user-friendly guide can help you make the most of the opportunities retirement brings
The Midwest Book Review's Internet Bookwatch
Reviewer's choice! A marvelous compendium. One of the best resources around.
Library Journal
Retirement is near for many thousands of Americans, and this title is self-help for those who wonder, What will I do after I retire? Here are over 1000 ideas for new interests and activities to enrich those retirement years. Presented in alphabetical order, hundreds of ideas will jostle minds into renewed creativity. Before jumping in, says the introduction, readers should note the "Taking a Personal Inventory" section and then a section called "Getting Along with Each Other: Communication Tips." Eight appendixes cover a wide variety of supporting information about volunteering, grandchildren, travel, and additional resources. The index provides more access points. Public libraries will want to purchase.Susan C. Awe, Jefferson Cty. P.L. Sys., Arvada, CO