When we bought the house for winters, vacations and retirement, I hoped I would be able to extend my trips by being able to work from Puerto Rico.  The power grid is not 100% reliable and the internet is dependent on having power. However, experience has shown us that remote work is, well, workable.

There definitely are intermittent connectivity issues but we both can use our phones as backup.  One of the more challenging aspects is the background noise as we keep the windows open all the time.  There is always the buss of activity – power washing driveways and roofs, testing generators and weed whacking during prime working hours.

We have all the office necessities at home, from monitors to headsets to keyboards to ensure we are productive.  I would like a standing desk, as I find it is cooler to stand than to sit in warm temperatures. I typically work in the dining area while Santosh claims the bedroom. I enjoy the outside view of the backyard and the atrium garden while I work.

Post pandemic, employers are more willing to allow remote work. I am glad I am part of the digital workforce who can deliver amazing products from anywhere.

March 2021 update – We were shopping at Costco and found a standing desk at a great price. I am now in the process of setting up my office in the “foyer.” We do not use the front door so this space is unused. It is bright, next to the window and the perfect size. Best of all it is out of the way! I need to find a solution for all the chords and decorate the space. I will have that worked out for the next trip.