Musings from the shores of Lake Taupo

2024

This not so New Year is moving at a fast pace. It leaves me dizzy. The world is not in good shape what with Navalny murdered by Putin. Navalny is a hero and showed outstanding courage against tyranny. He is an example to us all. USA elections look to be a contest between 2 old white men alas! In NZ our new government is yet to find it's footing.
For my wife and I retirement is a new and sometimes rocky path and we are still grappling with it. We are currently coming up against brick wall with bank and pension provider to have funds released to pay off a small mortgage and so leave us more cash for general expenses. Living on a fixed income is presenting a challenge. However we know we are better off than many. A good description is we are asset rich and cash poor like many Kiwis here.
On the bright side Autumn is approaching and it is a lovely time of year. We are cycling and walking dogs daily along our lakeshore and we know we have much to be grateful for.
God bless.