Retirement: Dear Diary

Retirement Day 6, T’ai Chi Chih Day 6

During the past week I watched my last high school graduation, enjoyed a twelve-hour celebration with friends, spent some time with family, enjoyed a day out with Chris, promoted T’ai Chi Chih in the park on Tuesdays during the summer, looked at a location to teach, held week-four of class in my home studio, began organizing monthly ladies’ day out workshops, and …

Retirement Day 10, T’ai Chi Chih Day 6

Poor communication turned a fun morning bicycling ride into more of a chore. The central air-conditioner stopped working, and the part needed won’t arrive for several days. A customer was unhappy because I sent her the wrong item, and it was damaged in transit.

Retirement Day 15, T’ai Chi Chih Day 11

Learned the proper way to change gears when riding uphill. Started riding several joyful mornings in a row. Weather cooled down to the 70’s, so no need for air conditioning. Customer shipped the item back, was refunded, posted a five-star rating with the comment, “Great seller – sets thing right when a mistake is made.”

What a lesson. I’m back in the flow.

Half way through my public education career I became an accredited TCC teacher. I remained motivated by teaching classes once a week in various locations, and attending the annual conference, intensives and retreats. I truly believe in the way Chi balances and helps keep a body mentally and physically healthy. It also keeps positive energy flowing.

As a new chapter opens in my life I am seeking more opportunities to share TCC with others. It appears TCC will be sharing opportunities with me, too.