I had a co-worker not call in this Monday for his 10:30AM ET conference call he had scheduled last week. I tried messaging him via two different systems with no response. Since he is on CA time, I figured maybe he was running late. We dropped the call and I forget to try getting in touch with him later that day.

Tuesday AM I had an email from his boss. He passed away on Monday. He was either 63 or 64.

If you can retire, retire. Don't wait it out for a date on the calendar for no specific reason.

Bought the kayak this morning and then walked the dog at the lake. I pick up the kayak Sunday. I'm "easing" into retirement mode....

Mostly Bree and crackers. Sometimes Ceviche

^^^ Yumm!

What did you get?!

Let's just say you got the Cadillac, I got the Kia.

I bought a Pelican (hey, you can't go wrong) Catch 130. Nice kayak, similar to Hobie. They had some drive problems which they addressed so I think it was a good get. I'll be hitting you up for some tips.

Kayaks, bicycles, barbells, workout equipment are in major short supply here. There better be some "in shape" MoFo's running around after this shyte is over. SmileWavy

John?

first rule of retirement:

"Everyday is a Saturday"

I retired two weeks ago! Hard to believe that I worked 42 years as an Environmental Scientist, but sure cleaned up a hell of a lot of multi million dollar Superfund sites! I retire pleased with a great career and personal accomplishment. All my retired friends said that the first thing you experience when you retire is loosing track of the days. Imagine that! Waking up each morning asking yourself what day it is? Next, is knowing you do not have to work for a living anymore because your retirement checks come in and the stress of making money, which can be major, no longer becomes a concern.

So now what? Everyone asks, "what's your plan"? Do you really need a plan? I guess if your going to travel the USA by RV or cruise the "Great Loop" by boat, a plan is needed, but for now, the COVID is keeping us from traveling and getting out more. Its even tough to be with the grandkids.

So, we (my wife and I) are locked down for now waiting for this pandemic to settle down. I can go up to my sailboat on the lake and drive my 911T, but the real adventures and travel are on hold. At least for now, I can sleep late, hang out and keep myself busy around the house. With that, despite the COVID, I would say I am just fine with retirement.

Bob

Yes.

Peggy has had issues and he sold the farm. He moved a lot of his stuff to my place and we talk often...we are planning a beer-ex soon.

No better people.

Very true. It's almost fun paying monthly bills now. I used to hate it.

I thought I recalled that you knew them.
I haven't talked to them in ages. I need to catch up.

I have all my bills set up on auto pay. I don’t have to do anything, and they get paid the day due and never late. Just drafted from my checking account. Done.

The gas company and the electric company both mail me a paper bill with the usage listed and a big DO NOT PAY! On it. I just love seeing that. I remember the days of wondering how I could pay them and still eat. I don’t miss those days.

I retired at 50 in 2000

best thing I ever did

^^^ same age and almost same year here. (2003)
The first few years caused some anxiety...after that all is good.

I retired at 45, well thrown out actually, and haven't worked since. It was quite good timing as the rental houses were just starting to make some money.

With all of my hobbies I wouldn't have time for work anyway.

That is so sweet! Looks solid! And you have awesome lakes down there.

Fishing gear is like the new toilet paper. It’s nuts.

Castaic is a huge lake and it's literally 5 minutes from my house. Lots of trout, bass and stripers in there.

I haven't had a kayak in years and even then I was mostly just paddling Ventura Harbor. With this new angling yak I can see a lot of new gadgets in my future!