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December 2025: Life is good, a smile and positive attitude costs nothing, try something different you never know. Drink a large glass of water first thing in the morning to rehydrate after sleep and kickstart your metabolism before you drink your coffee, prepare a healthy breakfast to fuel your body and brain for the day, having a certain amount of discipline in your life allows you to treat yourself to that indulgent breakfast once or twice a week. This month the focus is Las Cruces NM a great place to consider for retirement with easy access to bigger city amenities of El Paso TX but far enough away to have a great small town artsy feel to it. With a great selection of restaurants, breweries, distilleries, and wineries in the region including Bosque Brewing, DryPoint Distillers, Hotel Encanto, and many more to fit all tastes.

Start the Day

Set your day up for success routine helps give it a foundation, wake early, set yourself up for success, take in the beauty of the day, the morning is the best time of the day no one has ruined it yet. Discover the benefits of drinking warm lemon water first thing in the morning and consider including it in your daily routine. Find your own morning routine something that works for you remember everyone is an individual find your own path, health and wellness is key to enjoying the best years of your life. One thing an early start and a morning routine does is it energizes you and lets the rest of your day become an adventure without routine allowing you to indulge a little.

Explore and live

From the age of 55 life is just beginning, never stop learning or living, create a life balance appreciate the value of you, live well, exercise and indulge your dreams. Get out travel stay places see something new, discover new discover you, retirement isn’t retirement unless you want it to be. If your are looking to relocate in retirement take a look at the safest and wealthiest towns to consider



If you live in an area where you can escape and explore something new get out there there are great vehicles to compliment the great outdoors like these SUV’s, you also should consider one of the best off road and on road the Subaru Outback with a brand new 2026 model coming. Also take a look at the new Toyota 4Runner with a complete redesign for the new model year, along with the Honda Passport Trailsport great SUV’s that allow off road adventures.

When you have the flexibility the world opens up and the best travel deals become available, a getaway during the week gives you plenty of savings don’t be afraid to book a last minute hotel a short drive away you will be amazed at what is within a few hours drive.

For International travel booking a car for your next trip is so easy with fast airport pick up and return. As far as flights go shop around there are many sites and many options . Check at different times of the week and if you can be flexible with your schedule to get the best deals on all your travel needs.

Get moving

Don’t be afraid to downsize in your later years, how much space do you need, equity you have in a current property can be used to do all those bucket list items you have dreamed of, you never want to get to a point in life where you look back and say I wish I had done that. Take that dream vacation, buy that car you always wanted or a car that fits your travel needs and love of driving, by downsizing it also allows you to invest in a second home in the US or abroad. Buying a second home in the US allows you enjoy all seasons and transition to avoid those colder winters while enjoying the warmer months of the more northern states, there are a lot of options to purchase that second home. If you are looking to retire abroad savings can be made on cost of living with an increased quality of life never think you are too old to do it age is a state of mind. Alternatively a domestic move within the US can give any individual or couple a new adventure, if a location appeals to you but your not sure rent first for at least a month that will allow you to experience day to day life in a new environment and see if that new location is for you vrbo along with airbnb have some great month or longer rentals.

Keep working

Working from home is a great option for everyone, but that doesnt mean you are working for someone or are even making an income yet. Is there something you have always wanted to do, learn, or try remember if you don’t try something new you never know and never be afraid to fail nothing is ever achieved without first failing. There are plenty of tools and resources online to kickstart that interest or hobby that can turn into something more. Set yourself up useful items to make working from home more productive, essentials you must have, a designated work space, you do need that space if for nothing else to be able to leave close that door and detach yourself. Surround yourself in your home work environment with things that brighten your mood, plants, oil diffuser, incense, art, something that makes you smile.

Never think you cant learn something new or contribute, the online space give you the opportunity to learn, contribute, and earn residual income. Plus you never know where something new can lead. There are plenty of online opportunities along with tutorial videos to get you started in anything indoor and outdoor.

Working from home presents cyber-security risks there are tools that are essential to creating a safe home work environment such as a password protector, and a VPN. VPN’s are great not only allowing enhanced online security but also allowing you to connect with and watch things like Netflix, Prime, YouTube TV and many more media apps from outside the US, research the best VPN’s for your needs.

Consider a password app one of the most popular is Dashlane easy to use and gives peace of mind there are plenty of password manager apps out there.

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Keep healthy

Make sure you maintain good Health & Fitness when working remotely, keep that work life balance mentality Don’t become a couch potato, don’t snack remember healthy body healthy mind.

Start the day how you mean to go on a morning routine will kickstart the rest of the day before coffee try warm lemon water followed by a twenty minute walk if you are lucky enough to have access to a treadmill do that if not the great outdoors is calling and walking is free. If you have room set up a home gym, strength training should be a key part of any exercise routine even more so the older you get weight bench, and weights, if you are limited for space try the Bowflex Dumbbells or Kettle Bell they are are all you need or if you are lucky enough to live in a 55 plus community make the most of all the activities available to you never be afraid to try something new. For anyone looking for a gym the best value is Planet Fitness a great gym for anyone who wants a no judgement gym if there is one close to you check it out and remember it is never too late to start an exercise routine.

Supplements can be beneficial if needed but be selective most active adults if eating correctly don’t need them, choose what supplements you need to give you that boost. If you are eating fruit daily, getting your omega 3’s, and exercising you are most of the way there. For medical supplies for all needs check out MFIMedical

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Grad a deal

Deals for the month ahead Costco has great deals on grills online and in store remember in store prices are generally lower than online by up to $200 referencing the grill highlighted, although keep in mind you will need to get that from the store to your home. Top brands are available online and in store including Weber, and Traeger. Best Grills and best Smokers for that perfect outdoor cooking experience.

You can find great deals on outdoor gear check out stores like Dick’s also don’t forget to check those Amazon wishlists for price updates, as we get through summer deals will start to appear.

Electric bikes are everywhere and a great buy for an active adult looking to get out and exercise take a look a the best electric bikes under $1,000

Don’t be fooled by deals at specific times of the year 4th July, or Labor Day for example sale prices are generally available throughout the year some retailers will fool you by adjusting up the original price to make it seem like you are getting a better deal. Do look for end of model clearance though as new year models are introduced Labor day may be a good time to pick up an appliance deal for example.

There are great deals on all your computer needs for a home office set up or just surfing the web to learn something new, At Costco or on Amazon you can find great deals on Mac, Windows or Chromebooks. Check out the latest deals from Dell & Lenovo. For all computer and gaming accessories check out monoprice

If you have a den or a spare room that you can use as an office set it up you don’t need to be working for anyone or even have a job a home office set up allows you to create your own space learn and potentially set up your own business, and everything can be set up cheaply to create the perfect home office.

It is very easy to set up dual monitors on a desk connect to a laptop, add a monitor camera and you are ready for video conferencing with family or friends. Keep an eye on the great deals at Acer for all your monitor needs