I am one of those believers who is convinced that when the body and mind work alongside each other it makes life easier and provides the brain with a challenge. When retired the days can sometimes just drag along, and boredom can set in.  If you like reading,  knitting, sewing, painting, gardening, doing some carpentry etc, these can help to pass away the hours when not out about or visiting someone.  I am not a television person, never have been, so I have to keep myself busy with some kind of activity. When something interesting catches my attention, my thoughts…