Shalom After the Storm: A Journey from Grief to Grace

Retirement is often seen as the end of a long journey, a time to rest and reflect on a life well-lived. But what if it could be more than that? What if retirement was not just an end, but a new beginning - my third act filled with purpose, passion, and fulfillment?

In Shalom After the Storm A Journey from Grief to Grace, I'll explore the spiritual transformative potential of this stage of life. This memoir is not intended to be just a book based upon my own life's story. It is also meant to invite you to begin your own journey to find meaning and shalom in God through a lifetime. I hope you will find it a guide for those who are ready to embrace the opportunities that life in retirement offers, to rediscover themselves, and to pursue dreams that may have been set aside during the hustle and bustle of their working years.

Through inspiring stories, some practical advice, my poetry, and life reflections, I will delve into the many ways I am finding joy and new meaning. Whether it's through volunteering, starting a new hobby, love, traveling, or even embarking on a new career, the possibilities are truly endless. I hope this book will help you navigate the emotional and inspirational aspects of this transition, providing you with the encouragement you will need to make your second (or third) act the best one yet.