Well, if you're a genuine people-person and your wife works out-of-state, you might look for a job that doesn't require a lot of thought, but allows you to help people when they are getting out of their comfort zones.
 
Our favorite retired dentist, has accepted a customer-service position at Sky Harbor Airport, Terminal 4.
 
Ron Thompson recently stopped by his old office to show his new work uniform to the staff - several of whom worked with Ron for decades.  He may not be their boss anymore, but we suspect he is a forever friend!