The act of minimalism: A Life Refined in Brazil. Navigating retirement through the lens of intentional living, world-class literature, and the vibrant culture of South America.
This me and to the right, please find links to my latest posts.
- The Avatar Challenge – Spring
- A Daily Quote
- Book Review: 1776: The Year the American Revolution Nearly Died — and Was Reborn
- Have You Heard Of A PolyMarket?
- World Cup 2026: Full Tournament Preview
- Something I Learned In High School
- Part 9 – Fidelity Boston to Fidelity Merrimack, New Hampshire
- Books I Could Read Again
Beyond the Release Cycle
Observations on Retirement, Reading, and Life in Rio.
For forty years, my life was defined by software builds, release schedules, and the fast-paced logic of technology. Today, my “schedules” are dictated by the arrival of a fresh espresso and the pace of a Portuguese sentence.
I’m Kevin. I traded the corporate ladder for a front-row seat to the beautiful absurdity of life in Brazil. This isn’t a travelogue or a “how-to” guide for a perfect retirement; it’s a collection of honest dispatches from a life in transition.
What You’ll Find Here
The Expat Lens I don’t write about the tourist highlights. I write about the “pão de queijo” moments, the small, daily cultural frictions, and the quiet joy of learning to navigate a new world at 62.
The Heavy Lifters (Books & Ideas) I read to be challenged, not just entertained. From Ron Chernow’s deep dives into history to the big questions posed by Harari, I break down the ideas that are actually worth your time.
The “Retired Guy” Reality Retirement isn’t just “not working.” It’s an identity shift. I explore the gripes, the reflections, and the unexpected freedoms that come with finally stopping to answer to a clock.
The Daily Prompt: Sometimes the best insights come from the smallest questions. I use daily prompts to dig into the meanings behind the noise.
The Weekly Exchange
Every week, I sift through the digital noise to share:
- One standout read: A piece of writing from someone else that made me stop and think.
- One local observation: Something I noticed while wandering in Rio.
- A Conversation: This isn’t a one-way street. I read every comment, and I reply to every one.
“If you’re looking for a polished influencer, you’re in the wrong place. If you’re looking for an observant realist thinking out loud, pull up a chair.”