All right so you've retired after a long stint in the workplace. You've looked forward to this day and planned well ahead for it. It all seemed so appealing back then – so much time on your hands, just lie back and relax. But a few months on somehow things are not going that way. You've never been a TV buff so long hours' watching is not your scene. You've suddenly discovered that with mild surprise. You miss your colleagues and the hustle and bustle of the workplace. True, the family comes visiting every now and then which makes a break you look forward to. But they have their own compulsions. You're beginning to get

that feeling of listlessness, wondering what to do with yourself. You know this could be a dangerous situation and lead to depression. You've seen that happen to others before. It's time to take stock of the situation and pull in the reins. But what do you do? How do you occupy your time? Computers, your young grandson suggested... Well that's all right for youngsters, not at your age. But is that really so...? Why not give it a try.

Contrary to common belief, people who discover computers late in life, often after retirement, embrace this relatively modern technology with unrestrained enthusiasm. There is no end to the joy you can get from browsing a computer and unraveling the wonders of the internet. You are able to explore and learn about things you always wanted to but never had the time. A week later you realize you're hooked. Every day is a new day where you learn something exciting. You get on top of email and enjoy the pictures your grandchildren send you, seconds after they are taken on their cell phones. You discover ways to communicate instantaneously which makes a world of difference to your life. You take up chess again, something you had no time for since you left college. You play with three or four opponents

simultaneously only you have no time limit to make the next move. It keeps you occupied for hours. Your wife suddenly is interested, wondering what's in a computer that's so absorbing. Then she becomes addicted. Now you need a second computer... Suddenly retirement is fun.

Chateau Cupertino is a retirement home in Cupertino, Ca where many people reside in to enjoy independent retirement living. The caring management at this home anticipates the wants of retirees and ensures their needs are met. For instance, the home provides ample opportunity for social interaction, planned physical activity and entertainment, all of which are so essential in one's retired years. It offers a crowded schedule of social events with an array of daily activities, educational courses and special entertainment programs to suit all tastes and interests. The management respects and appreciates the significance of religious persuasions. It makes adequate arrangements for residents to attend services of all major religions. Every resident is encouraged to pursue a hobby or some spare-time activity which they find absorbing.

The home is proud of its facilities. The tastefully furnished accommodation ranges from one and two bedroom to alcove apartments with an attached bathroom and kitchenette complete with full-sized refrigerator. Residents are urged to bring along their favorite items of furniture or mementos to make this a home away from home. Well planned and cooked meals are served.

To know more of this outstanding California retirement apartment, please visit its website at www.chateau-cupertino.com and www.homefortheretired.com or call 408.446.4300.