My wife almost died on Thanksgiving. The holiday carries a deeper meaning now.

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The author's wife was hit by a truck on Thanksgiving eve and spent 21 days in the ICU.

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I use the term 'partner' when speaking about my boyfriend. I didn't expect it to be a controversial label.

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A couple embraces as they look through the window of their apartment

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My husband and I knew retirement would be tight in NYC. We moved to Mexico in our 50s, built our dream home for $270,000, and no longer worry about retirement.

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My husband (left) and I (right) moved to Mexico to retire and are much happier here.

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Moving internationally taught me how to declutter. Now, my husband and I live a minimalist lifestyle.

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Maria Polansky has learned the art of decluttering through multiple moves.

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My biggest regret was not exploring the world more. Now I'm 55, and my husband and I spend half the year in France.

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The author and her husband spend half the year in France.

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When I returned to work after my mother's death, I worried my grief would affect my performance. My coworkers rescued me.

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The author, not pictured, was grieving her mother at work.

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After my divorce, my college boyfriend reached out. We fell in love again, and I'm about to marry him.

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The author is marrying her college boyfriend decades later.

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I had to advocate for myself to get answers when I felt off. At 45, I've learned to listen to my body.

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The author (not pictured) thought she was going through perimenopause.

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My medical condition makes it risky for me to work in an office. For now, I'm freelancing from home.

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The author (not pictured) has chosen to freelance and work from home for the benefit of her health.

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My friend group suddenly ghosted me without explanation, and I blamed myself. I'm still learning to trust people again.

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The author, not pictured, was upset when her friends ghosted her.

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