Hi! I’m Mel and my mantra is - Empty Nest, Full Life It’s ALL good!
It’s great to meet you here. Thanks for stopping by my little corner of the metaverse. I write provocative romantic women’s fiction. My books are a mashup of inspiring family drama and romance, often in places you’ve enjoyed firsthand or would love to visit. My silver lining has been to merge these two passions becoming a certified travel advisor. Life is a grand adventure filled with detours and opportunities for creating the most incredible memories.
Take a look at my blog Notes From The Nest you’ll find all my lifestyle and travel tips as well as stories of the people and places inspiring me daily.
Hi! I’m Mel and my mantra is - Empty Nest, Full Life It’s ALL good!
It’s great to meet you here. Thanks for stopping by my little corner of the universe. I write provocative romantic women’s fiction. My books are a mashup of inspiring family drama and romance, most often in places you’ve loved or would love to visit. My blog Notes From The Nest is where you’ll find lifestyle and travel tips for living and loving midlife and beyond.
Coming 9/29/25! Available on Amazon
The Endgame: Your Retirement Playbook
You’ve worked your whole life for this moment—retirement should feel like freedom, not fear. Dean’s journey from Wall Street to Main Street is a story of grit, values, and building a business around one evocative question: If I were the client, what would I want? With a coach’s mentality and over four decades of hands-on experience, he guides you through:
- Creating a stress-tested income plan that pays you month after month
- Understanding and mitigating the risks that can derail your retirement
- Building an investment strategy that complements—not threatens—your income plan
- Navigating life’s unexpected twists with flexibility and confidence
- Working with an advisor who listens, relates, and puts your success first
Winning in retirement isn’t guesswork, it’s strategy.
“If you’re picking up this book because you’re looking for peace of mind, practical insight, and a little kick in the pants to finally do something about your financial future—then you’ve chosen the right playbook, and the right coach.”
— Humberto S. Lopez, Philanthropist, Founder and Chairman, HSL Properties Inc
“This book is a refreshing and heartfelt approach to retirement planning, written with clarity, care, and genuine motivation. A must read for anyone looking to build a more secure financial future!”
— Andrew Sycoff, CEO Andrew Garrett Investment Services, USSF D Licensed Coach
