Conversation depends on sharing some experiences that two or more people can discuss. Retirement presents a different problem. We don’t see the same people every day. We don’t have common goals. We tend to become isolatos in our own houses.

Why Broken Things Are Good For You | Sixty And…
When the bowl fell and broke into pieces, I felt shattered into pieces as well. The grief over this little broken object was shocking and completely inadequate. Yet it was real, and it was deep. Looking for answers, here’s what I found: 1. The Bowl Was a Symbol of Loss