Retirement is Busy! Here’s How to Keep Your Calendar (and Your Spouse’s) in Sync

Retirement isn’t slowing down. It’s just changing lanes. 🛣️

You’re traveling more ✈️, volunteering 🙋, teeing off midweek ⛳, attending grandkids’ recitals 🎶, and squeezing in that Tuesday pickleball match 🏓. Your days are full—and often, your partner’s are too.

So how do you keep everything straight?

Enter the shared digital calendar — your new best friend for staying organized without the fridge covered in sticky notes. 🗓️

The Power of a Shared Calendar

Sharing a digital calendar with your spouse or partner lets you:

• See each other’s appointments at a glance 👀

• Avoid double-booking or missed plans ❌

• Easily coordinate travel, home projects, and social events

• Reduce the “What’s on the schedule today?” conversations to a quick glance 💬

But not all calendars are created equal, and setting them up to play nicely across devices can be tricky. That’s where Tech Caddie comes in. 🧑‍💻

First, Choose Your Calendar System Wisely

There are three main calendar platforms most people use:

1. Google Calendar

• Works well with Android phones, Gmail, and Google smart speakers

• Can be shared easily with any email address

• Great for households with a mix of devices

2. Apple iCloud Calendar

• Perfect if both of you use iPhones, iPads, or Macs 🍎

• Syncs beautifully with Siri and Apple Reminders

• A bit harder to share outside the Apple ecosystem

3. Microsoft 365 Calendar

• Ideal if you’re already using Outlook for email or were a Windows user at work 💼

• Integrates nicely with Microsoft Office

• Can feel a bit clunky on iPhones unless properly configured

Each system has its strengths—and a few quirks. Tech Caddie can help you pick the right one based on your devices and lifestyle, then set it up so it’s smooth sailing. ⛵

Display It Where You Need It Most: The Kitchen

Let’s face it: if it’s not front and center, it gets forgotten. That’s why many Tech Caddie members love the Skylight Calendar — a beautiful digital display you can mount in your kitchen or hallway. 🍽️

It shows both your calendar and your spouse’s in one easy view, and it works with Google, Apple, and Microsoft 365 calendars. You can even color-code events by person. 🎨

We can set it up for you, sync your shared calendar, and show you how to add events with just a tap or voice command. 🎙️

Best Practices for Shared Calendars

Here are a few tips from our caddies:

• Color-code by person — Blue for you, green for your spouse, red for shared events

• Set reminders so nothing slips through the cracks ⏰

• Create recurring events for weekly golf, book club, or dinner with the kids 🍽️

• Add locations for easy navigation on your phone 📍

• Check the calendar together on Sundays to plan your week as a team 🗓️

Let Tech Caddie Do the Heavy Lifting

Setting up a shared calendar sounds simple… until you try to sync your iPad with your partner’s Android and your old Outlook email. That’s where we come in.

At Tech Caddie, we do it all for you:

• Recommend the right calendar platform for your household

• Set up and sync devices (phones, tablets, laptops, and Skylight displays) 📱💻

• Create a shared calendar that fits your schedule and style

• Show you how to use it—in plain English, no tech jargon 👌

Retirement should feel easy. We’ll make sure your calendar does too.

Need help getting started? Book a Tech Caddie visit today, and let us simplify your schedule so you can get back to enjoying the good stuff. 🌟