Everybody has a rosy image of post-retirement life. But, to our great regret, the reality is not as it seems; people are vexed by "vintage year divorce” and poor physical condition.
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途中に教会があったので期待して入ってみると、果たせるかな、クリスマス礼拝で荘厳な雰囲気であった。
There was a church on my way, so I entered it, hoping (for a feeling of Christmas). Just as I expected, there was a solemn atmosphere for the Christmas service.