We all have things in our past we wish we could change. The choices we made, the people we hurt, the opportunities we lost. But what happens when you finally stop running from those mistakes and start learning from them?

In this episode, Randy gets very honest about his life—from being drafted into professional baseball at 17 to the choices that took his life in a very different direction. He opens up about alcohol, putting friends and drinking ahead of his family, the regrets he carries, and what it took to finally change.

Today, Randy is 10 years sober, rebuilding relationships, facing new challenges, and learning that getting older doesn’t mean your story is finished.

This isn't a story about having a perfect past. It's about owning your mistakes, learning from them, and realizing something important:

You can’t change what happened yesterday—but you still get a say in what happens next.

Because it’s never too late for a second chance. ❤️

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What really matters in life? It's a question that took us more than 60 years to answer.

After more than 60 years of living, we've realized something surprising: the things we spent years worrying about weren't the things that mattered most.

In this episode, we talk about confidence, family, success, caring for our mom, finding joy in the little things, and the lessons we wish we'd learned decades earlier.

It's an honest conversation between two siblings reflecting on what life has taught us—and what we'd tell our younger selves if we had the chance.

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When people find out I never had children, the questions usually follow.

"Do you regret it?"

"Did you always plan it that way?"

"Who's going to take care of you when you're older?"

In this episode, Sheri opens up about a deeply personal part of her life and shares what it's really been like growing older without children.

This isn't a conversation about whether one life path is better than another. It's about accepting that life doesn't always unfold the way we imagined when we were young—and discovering that a meaningful, joyful life can still be built from the unexpected.

Sheri reflects on the dreams she once had, the "what if" moments she's experienced, the family she treasures today, and the purpose she's found through caregiving, creativity, and building a community with all of you.

Whether you're a parent, never had children, became a caregiver, or simply find yourself living a life you never expected, this heartfelt conversation is a reminder that our stories don't have to follow the same path to have value.

In this episode:

• Why life doesn't always go according to plan
• The questions people ask about never having children
• Wondering about the road not taken
• Finding purpose beyond traditional expectations
• Why it's never too late to build a meaningful life

If this episode speaks to you, we'd love to hear your story. Connect with us on YouTube and join the conversation in the comments.

Thank you for listening to Retirement with Sheri & Randy—real conversations about life after 60, retirement, caregiving, family, purpose, healing, and embracing every new chapter.

Because no matter what your story looks like... it's still worth telling.

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What if the future of Alzheimer's isn't one miracle cure... but a series of small breakthroughs that change everything?

After helping care for my mom through nearly 10 years of Alzheimer's, I pay close attention whenever new research offers hope. In this solo episode, I'm sharing two recent studies that really caught my attention.

The first explores a new discovery that may help explain how Alzheimer's spreads through the brain—and how scientists may one day be able to slow that process.

The second highlights research suggesting that nearly half of dementia cases could potentially be prevented or delayed through healthy lifestyle choices.

This isn't about false hope or miracle cures. It's about progress. It's about possibility. And it's about remembering that researchers around the world are working every day to change the future for millions of families.

If Alzheimer's or dementia has touched your life, I hope this conversation leaves you feeling just a little more hopeful.

Articles discussed in this episode:

📰 Scientists Discover How Alzheimer's May Spread in Brain—And Way to Slow It
https://www.newsweek.com/scientists-discover-how-alzheimers-may-spread-in-brain-way-to-slow-it-12146628

📰 Almost Half of Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented by Lifestyle Changes
https://www.newsweek.com/almost-half-of-dementia-cases-could-be-prevented-by-lifestyle-changes-12151316

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What happens when the sports you loved are no longer an option?

In his first solo episode, Randy shares how life changed after professional baseball, aging, arthritis, and oxygen therapy—and why one unexpected hobby has stayed with him through it all. This isn't really a story about golf. It's about friendship, purpose, resilience, and finding something that still gets you excited to get out of the house.

Whether it's golf, gardening, dancing, fishing, or simply spending time with people you love, we all need something that reminds us we're still living.

Join us for this honest conversation about growing older, adapting to change, and discovering that retirement isn't the end of the story—it's just the beginning of a new chapter.

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Some pets make us laugh. Some drive us crazy. And some leave paw prints on our hearts that never really fade.

In this episode, Sheri and Randy take a walk down memory lane, sharing stories about the dogs and cats that shaped their lives—from childhood companions to beloved pets they still miss today. They talk about the joy pets bring, the heartbreak of saying goodbye, and why animals often become even more important as we get older.

Whether you've loved a dog, cat, bird, fish, or any furry friend in between, chances are there's one pet you'll never forget.

Join us for a heartfelt conversation about companionship, loss, unconditional love, and the special bond between people and their pets.

❤️ We'd love to hear from you. Tell us about a pet you'll never forget and what made them so special.

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Remember when we thought the good old days were better?

Well... we changed our minds.

In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we're looking at 10 things that are actually better today than when we were growing up. From GPS replacing paper maps and streaming music replacing stacks of records, to video calls, modern healthcare, online banking, and instant access to information, some changes have made life easier, safer, and more connected.

Along the way, we share memories of pay phones, Fotomats, deposit slips, long telephone cords, record stores, and all the little things that made growing up in the 70s and 80s memorable.

This is a fun, nostalgic conversation about what we've gained, what we've lost, and why maybe—just maybe—not everything was better back then.

Grab a cup of coffee and join us for a trip down memory lane.

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When retirement becomes caregiving, life can change in an instant.

In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, Sheri sits down with her cousin Debbie at her home, to discuss what it's really like caring for a spouse with dementia. Sheri shares her experience caring for a mother with Alzheimer's, while Debbie offers the unique perspective of caring for her husband.

Together, they discuss the realities of caregiving, wandering, confusion, safety concerns, grief, retirement plans that never happened, and the emotional toll dementia takes on families.

This is an honest conversation about love, loss, resilience, and finding strength when life doesn't go according to plan.

If you're caring for a loved one with dementia—or know someone who is—you are not alone.

If you or someone you love is facing Alzheimer's or dementia, help is available. Contact the Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900 for free information, support, and local resources.

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