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Retirement means different things to different people.

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For others still, the path to retirement is completely different and doesnt always go as expected.

In some cases, it really is a case of the best-laid plans sometimes not working out as intended.

Heres what she shared.

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Also see the expenses another early retiree failed to prepare for.

Shes also currently pursuing a masters degree in management.

I rarely went out and did not let myself explore hobbies.

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Everyone is working, even my husband.

I wish that I would have let myself have more fun in college.

Thats the age when you are supposed to have fun.

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Not Letting Past Regrets Stop Her

Kissick said she also wishes her life had more flexibility.

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