Retired, Not Tired
Some people do this with poles, many people don't.
What is hiking
This hobby that once filled Mel’s weekends will now fill all his days in retirement.
What is fishing?
This Lhena-Signature creamy, cheesy dish is requested at every gathering, and everyone wants her secret recipe.
What is baked macaroni?
Work brought them here, but maybe the view, the sea, or the company made this island unforgettable for Mel and Lhena.
What is Romblon?
The average age of a retiree
What is 62?
Jeffrey enjoys this now and generally finishes 1 a month, but now he'll probably get through 3 or 4 a month.
What is a good book?
As a retirement gift to himself, Mel splurged on this essential tool for catching the big one!
What is fishing rod and reel?
She may have retired her stethoscope, but this specialty shaped her lifelong passion for caring for kids.
What is pediatrics?
Mel earned his medical degree at this university—where students learned to navigate textbooks… and occasionally floods.
What is University of Santo Tomas?
Often called the "silver tsunami," this demographic group born between 1946 and 1964 is reaching retirement age in huge numbers?
Who are the baby boomers?
This sport features one of the more popular deli sides.
What is pickleball?
Now that he’s retired, Mel plans to explore cherry blossoms, temples, and sushi on this dream vacation destination.
What is Japan?
Known for being Philippine cinema's Star of All Seasons, her fans, including Lhena, belong to this devoted fan base.
What is Vilmanian?
Before becoming a doctor, Lhena worked in healthcare analyzing samples as this professional
What is Laboratory Technologist?
This northern state has the highest percentage of retirees.
What is Maine?
Just like dogs who perk up when you say this word, Sandy and Jeff do too.
What is walk?
Ask Mom to sing her favorite OPM Karaoke song, and she'll belt out this Sharon Cuneta orginal like she's onstage at Araneta.
What is "Tubig at Langis?"
Mel and Lhena flipped the script, trading medical charts for nurse’s notes at this school.
What is Dr. Carlos S. Lanting College?
This term describes retirees who return to the workforce after leaving it. A trend that has been increasing in recent years.
What is "unretiring"?
It's good for your heart, improves flexibility and strength, puts a spring in your step and helps you sleep too.
What is working out or getting fit?
Brush in hand, Mel turns his golden years into golden hues with this pastime.
What is watercolor painting?
A devoted Lola, mame, and the family's dependable anchor, she credits these sisters with shaping who she is today.
Who are Dora, Gally, and Leah?
This small business they started in the 90s helped “fill” the town’s health needs... and then some
What is a pharmacy?
Americans retiring in 2025 can expect to spend about $172,000 on this major category of expenses during retirement.
What is Health Care?