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Hobbying

Hobbying — Rick Gregory, Writer

New Book — Coming Soon

Hobbying

Discovering Purpose, Passion, and Joy in the Best Years of Your Life

by Rick Gregory

Hobbying book cover by Rick Gregory

You've earned this time. Now what do you do with it?

Most men spend decades building a career, raising a family, and serving others. Then retirement comes — and nobody told you what to do with all that energy, experience, and time on your hands.

Hobbying is a straight-talking, encouraging guide written by a retired man, for retired men. Not a lecture. Not a self-help program. Just honest, practical wisdom about finding the activities that will keep you sharp, connected, and genuinely fulfilled in retirement.

Whether you've never had a real hobby or you're ready to go deeper in one you already love, this book will help you find your footing — and enjoy the journey.


What's Inside

Five parts. Practical from the first page.

Part 1 — Why Hobbies Matter

The mental, physical, and social case for taking hobbies seriously in retirement — backed by real stories from real men.

Part 2 — Exploring by Category

Outdoor, creative, social, intellectual, and tech-savvy hobbies — with honest guidance on starting each one.

Part 3 — Finding Your Passion

How to try things, narrow down, and commit to what actually fits your life, your values, and your energy level.

Part 4 — Practical Guides

Step-by-step chapters on gardening, writing your story, coffee roasting, and more — no experience required.

Part 5 — Staying Motivated

Building routines, sharing your passion with grandkids, and keeping the momentum going year after year.


Rick Gregory

Rick Gregory

Author · Writer · Retired Man

Rick Gregory brings more than 40 years of communication experience to everything he writes — from a $300,000 Rotary International grant for the Batwa Pygmies of Uganda to two published books on faith and family life.

He's a retired floorcovering contractor, a lifelong technology early adopter, and a mission-minded follower of Christ who has worked in Uganda, South Sudan, and the Philippines. He writes from experience, not theory — and he writes for men who prefer it that way.

Visit rickgregory.us to read his blog and explore his other books.

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