Unexpectedly Moving to Spain with Mom's Retirement.

The author moved to Andalusia, Spain, to live with her 73-year-old mother who retired there from the US. They enjoy the benefits of Spain's universal healthcare system, where they pay no more than $3 for prescriptions and never receive bills from doctors. The author also notes that Andalusian culture values its aging citizens, making her mother feel welcomed and cared for. The move was a personal and professional risk, but it allowed the author to ensure her mother has a fruitful retirement and a good quality of life.