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after 75 years

Sold the family business, over 40 years of being on call.
Sure feels good to quit.
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Old 10-01-2021, 02:59 PM
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Congratulations! What kind of business was it?
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Obviously a tough decision. Congrats. Time to enjoy life.
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Hopefully you got enough cash out to go lay on a beach somewhere with a drink in hand and not have to worry about anyone else’s **** for the rest of your days!
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I had 42 years on the job. Felt a little weird at first but got used to it quickly! Enjoy your new freedom!
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I have been out of work for 32 years in 5 more days. And i do it so well...
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Congratulations, I hate to see family things leave the hands of family.
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I have been out of work for 32 years in 5 more days. And i do it so well...


Indeed
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I have been out of work for 32 years in 5 more days. And i do it so well...
Who pays your bills ?
Do you own a Porsche ?
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Who pays your bills ?
Do you own a Porsche ?
Mother pays the bills.
No Porsche.

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