About

Meet Sue (a.k.a. Rachelle)

Hi there! I’m Rachelle — though everyone calls me Sue. (and yes, there’s a story behind that 😉).
I’m a proud wife, mom, grandma, and newly retired woman. I am learning to love this next chapter of life after 60.

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My Life

I retired from Walmart in June 2023 after 24 years of hard work. That same month, my husband and I celebrated 35 years of marriage. Together, we raised four amazing kids (plus my younger sister). Today we’re blessed with five grandkids, ages 6 to 15.

I’ve worked since I was 13 years old, and I’ve learned more from life than any textbook could ever teach. I didn’t go to college, but I did take some accounting classes. Everything else came from experience, persistence, and a lot of faith.

Back in the 1980s, I even broke a few barriers and became the first female bread-truck driver for a local delivery company. Not bad for a small-town girl with big determination.

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Real-Life Experience Over a College Degree

My path hasn’t been traditional, but it’s been rich with life lessons, love, and resilience.
I’m proud of my blue-collar roots and the hard work that shaped who I am today. I believe real-world experience can teach you more about people, perseverance, and purpose than any classroom ever could.

Retirement Today

Now, I’m embracing a slower, more intentional pace. Focus on family, faith, travel, and financial wellness.

Through this blog, I share the real-life ups and downs of retirement. We’ll cover downsizing and budgeting and rediscovering what makes life joyful and fulfilling after 60.

If you’re navigating retirement with a mix of humor, heart, and maybe a hot cup of coffee — you’re in the right place.

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Why This Blog Exists

I started this blog as a cozy corner for anyone over 50 who’s figuring things out all over again — just like me.

Here, you’ll find:

  • 💸 Budget-friendly travel ideas for couples and families
  • 🏡 Tips for organizing finances and simplifying retirement life
  • 🧺 Downsizing and decluttering strategies that actually work
  • 🌞 Everyday advice on enjoying life after 50
  • 💬 Real talk from someone who’s lived the journey — not just studied it

Because life after 60 isn’t the end of the story. It’s the start of a brand-new chapter.