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More than half of boomers now say they’d rather spend on a family trip than leave a bigger inheritance. And after 40 years at the office, one man felt stuck at the edge of retirement, until a sailing term showed him the way forward. This week, two stories about making the most of the years ahead — plus a special time with your grandkids: making mini pizzas together.
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Baby Boomers Trade Inheritance for Unforgettable Family Trips
Why more are choosing memories over money — and spending it while they can.
A 2025 study found nearly half of boomers would rather fund an unforgettable family vacation than leave a larger inheritance. From multi-gen mega-trips to skip-gen adventures with the grandkids, here’s why “spending the kids’ inheritance” is really about sharing it now, while everyone’s together.
After leaving his career, one man couldn’t find his footing — until he reached for an unlikely comparison: “kedging,” a sailor’s move for pulling a grounded boat free. And with his retirement coach, he turned that one idea into a plan built on purpose, energy, and real momentum.
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Crispy, cheesy, and ready in 20 minutes — an easy make-it-together recipe that’s twice the fun with the grandkids at the counter. Build each one their way, from classic pepperoni to a pesto-chicken twist.
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