The great thing about sunsets is that they take such a long time and they get you out of the house (and possibly into your camper van - home from home).

My favourite place to watch the sunset is on the top of North Hill, Minehead, looking out over Porlock Bay on the edge of Exmoor and the Bristol Channel. If you are in the West Somerset, UK, then it’s a great place to spend, possibly a couple of hours in the evening.

The other great place I’ve discovered to watch the sunset is at one of the beaches in St. Ives, Cornwall.

When I was there, lots of people shared this wonderful experience and many were chatting too so it was a great social occasion.

Personally, I like to retreat into my own private world of visual sensation as I watch the reds, pinks, mauve’s and whitey blue streaks slowly spread across the horizon.

Here’s a tip. Don’t leave too soon. The best event is often yet to come after the sun has gone over the horizon and darkness steals in over the countryside.

The after burst when the sunlight can only reach you by reflecting off the clouds is often the best bit and the darkness that follows over the quiet countryside can be totally idyllic.

Finding somewhere to watch the sunset can take some research but there is probably somewhere near you if you look hard enough - and, hey, the looking and researching is fun too.

However, don’t forget that looking directly at the sun can damage the eyes. So take care and just look at the clouds and reflected light.

Once you have found a great location, why not share it on your blog (or even as a comment on this one).

The great thing about the Internet is that people (even those not retired) looking in your area for sun setting locations will be able to find your information just by typing in your location name.

Who knows, before long, there may be a community of you meeting every day with conversation, new friendships, romance … dating …. Ooh I’m getting all hot and bothered … Must remember I’m all married …

So, there’s today’s retirement tip! Watch the sun go down and enjoy those sunsets.

Bye for now

Rob

Rob Hopcott - online author and folk musician. More articles and stories available free from news.hopcott.net