24 Mondays? More time for crafting and quilting? I retired from teaching early, too, only to find myself busier than before! EVen in a new community and just a few friends...so set aside one dedicated time to craft/sew for each week and then stick to it. Thursday is my "day off the reservation." I get to do what I want all day. During the school year, I go to a Bible Study in the AM, then the rest of the day I go shopping, come home and sew, read, or take a nap. But everyone knows they can't count on me for anything on Thursday. So pick your day and stick with it! Otherwise, you'll find that your time still is not your own. Congrats on making it to retirement. You're going to love your 'new' life!