“[An] articulate. . . engaging. . . intriguing, emotion-filled memoir that chronicles a challenging, humorous and often chaotic post-retirement journey to a life of reimagined possibilities and fulfillment; will especially appeal to those pondering major life changes.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“With deep honesty and humor, Jackson took me on a journey of discovery: not only of another ‘world’ in the culture of the island country of Palau but also of herself—and of her long-term marriage. . . . This book celebrates self-reflection, rediscovery, adventure, acceptance, and love. It is an exciting, evocative, hope-filled journey not to be missed!”
—Margaret Davis Ghielmetti, author of Brave(ish): A Memoir of a Recovering Perfectionist

“Jackson decided against golf and cruises and chose a volunteer adventure in an ‘island paradise’ as a mature Peace Corps volunteer, selling her husband on her dream. Hidden within this great story—like the dog’s pill in the peanut butter—is a five-phase methodology for planning for one of life’s biggest events: retirement. I will recommend her book in my retirement workshops for the many men and women who so intimately mix self and career in career-centric lives—not just for the methodology but also for the entertaining story of self-imposed loss and ultimate personal discovery.”
—Dr. Bill Carroll, Certified Professional Retirement Coach and adjunct professor at Indiana University, Bloomington