In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of SoundBits, host Kim Groshek chats with author and speaker Annie Meehan about the beauty and complexity of fulfilling long-held dreams. Annie shares the emotional journey of finally moving to her dream home in Fort Myers Beach—only to face the harsh disruption of a hurricane just 11 months later. Together, Kim and Annie reflect on how life rarely goes as planned, the courage it takes to keep dreaming, and the resilience required to pivot when circumstances shift. Whether you’re navigating retirement, relocation, or a personal reinvention, this conversation reminds us that disruption doesn’t mean defeat—it can be a deeper invitation to live life fully.
Annie shares how she fulfilled her 30-year dream of living near the ocean
The emotional highs of achieving a lifelong goal—and the challenges that followed
Hurricane damage, uncertainty, and the reality of life in a storm-prone zone
Kim and Annie discuss the evolving journey of retirement and reinvention
Reflections on changing plans, letting go of rigid expectations, and embracing the unknown
The importance of joy, fun, and trying new things—like parasailing and jet skiing
A candid conversation about identity, transition, and staying present through it all