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Episode 07 - From Grief to Globe-trotting: Our Origin Story
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Embarking on a life less ordinary, Rita and I, Jim Santos, peeled back the layers of traditional retirement to reveal a tapestry woven with adventure and discovery. Our tale begins with shared grief, leading to a partnership rooted in the love of exploration. When the familiar confines of the United States seemed too small, we chased a dream to Ecuador—a journey that reshaped our golden years. Now, we pull back the curtain on the decision that sparked our move, the realities of adopting a new homeland, and the unexpected career twist that saw me become an Ecuador Coastal Correspondent.
The transformation went beyond a change of scenery; it was a metamorphosis of health, family ties, and quality of life. Our tale wends through the challenges and triumphs of adjusting to life in South America, from the steep learning curve of a new language to the ripple effects of our daring choice on our wellbeing. Weaving Rita's insights into the narrative, the episode reveals how the leap into the unknown can pay dividends in living more fully. This is a story about more than retirement—it's about reinventing life itself.
Our journey didn't stop at Ecuador's borders. As wanderlust beckoned, we faced the world's unpredictability with resilience, from navigating a global pandemic to personal loss, always with an eye on the horizon. The road led us through financial planning for continuous exploration, reconnecting with our heritage in the British Isles, and plotting a travel odyssey that balances the thirst for adventure with life's practicalities. Join us as we share the laughter, the lessons, and the boundless excitement of living life without a fixed address.
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1. Episode 07 - From Grief to Globe-trotting: Our Origin Story (00:00:00)
2. Journey to Ecuador Retirement (00:00:23)
3. Retiring and Traveling in Ecuador (00:09:31)
4. Retiring Abroad (00:19:00)
5. Planning a Long-Term Travel Adventure (00:26:31)
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