We just finished year 3 of retirement. I have a couple of thoughts.
- It only took a few months to get over withdrawing money vs. saving (maybe because it has been an up market?)
- While I began pursuing hobbies and interests upon retirement, it took a couple of years to fill my days. I now have to much to do and have begun to be comfortable with doing nothing if I choose.
- I like to make beer and wine. And like you, I have thought about opening a microbrewery. My DW reminds me I don't have to own the brewery. I can just go work at one part time.
- If you don't have enough to do, plant mint. It spreads so quickly your days will be filled pulling mint and trying to rescue your neighborhood from its invasive tactics.