Stories tagged #retirementdreams

The Costly Dream: An Elderly Couples Battle Against Predatory Lending Practices
Financial Ruin • 13min read

The Costly Dream: An Elderly Couples Battle Against Predatory Lending Practices

The sound of the waves crashing against the shore and the smell of salt in the air was all he needed to feel alive again. It had been years since Thomas had been back to his hometown, a small seaside village that he left behind after a bitter breakup with his high school sweetheart. But now, as he stood on the beach, feeling the sand between his toes and watching seagulls circle above him, he knew it was time to face his past. As much as he tried to forget her, memories of her always lingered in his mind - like an unfinished song that played on repeat.

Retired Teachers Adventure: Fulfilling Her Dream Through Solo Travel
Second chances • 12min read

Retired Teachers Adventure: Fulfilling Her Dream Through Solo Travel

The night was dark and silent, with only the occasional rustle of leaves breaking through the stillness. I hesitated at the entrance to the old mansion, my heart pounding in my chest with both fear and anticipation. The rumors about this place were endless - some said it was haunted by a vengeful ghost, while others claimed that it held hidden treasures beyond imagination.