Sounds like semi-retirement on the way to full retirement to me. Congratulations, and good luck. I like the idea that friends are in your plans.
I had hoped I was done with spending money for a while., but Tom says he needs a new truck. I hope he can hold out for another year, as we've gone through most of our reserves. I don't like buying on time as it costs twice a much that way.

I'm getting my house painted. Needs it badly. Plus there's bare wood where dry rot has been replaced.. I was hoping that was the last big expense.

On a hopefully fun note, this Saturday, I'm hosting a Creativity Unlimited group. consisting of a writing group that was dying and some creative people in my church. Wish me luck. I'm bringing my karaoke machine. I hope nothing can go wrong . . . go wrong . . . go wrong.