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In reply to the discussion: I retired a little over two years ago and I can honestly tell you this. [View all]Alien Life Form
(370 posts)60. My story
I worked selling radio air time for most of my life .WPRO and 92 PRO-FM...absolutely hated it! Always a hassle and always dealing with objections, rejection and sales managers.
Now I am retired and spend my time getting paid for taking pics for the local newspaper. Instead of people hating to see me they now come up to me eager to have their picture taken
I have met Senators and Congressmen, the Governor and local mayors as well as kids from the local schools.
Now I am on my way to take pics at a Halloween gathering..
Last week I had to take shots of Fall foliage..
Got a new camera.. Nikon z 6 11 with a 25-120 mm F 4 lens..proving "all boys love toys!"
Ya its a hard life!
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I retired a little over two years ago and I can honestly tell you this. [View all]
fightforfreedom
Oct 2022
OP
Yep. You don't realize what it costs physically, financially and mentally just to hold down a job
Walleye
Oct 2022
#47
Pet Insurance can be worth it. We pay 500/ yr. but it paid out well over a thousand. Helps?
Evolve Dammit
Oct 2022
#103
I know it's no fun and an expense. I didn't even know it was a "thing." I wanna go back (in time)!
Evolve Dammit
Oct 2022
#106
Retired 18 years ago. Never been happier in my life. Just taking it slow and keeping it simple.
Midnight Writer
Oct 2022
#25
A little off topic, but I think your sentiments are relevant to the reason some jobs remain unfilled
Raven123
Oct 2022
#28
There are so many things I already know I want to do when I retire, AND...
Trueblue Texan
Oct 2022
#98
There is nothing wrong with continuing to work if you have a job you love.
fightforfreedom
Oct 2022
#36
I "retired" 14 years ago in October 2008 when I was laid off along with 30% of the company
OMGWTF
Oct 2022
#37
I second that. Retirement is almost as fun as childhood. Go forth and enjoy!
Joinfortmill
Oct 2022
#41
I retired in 1995 at the age of 52 thanks to having seen a psychiatrist once in 1966 in the army.
Dysfunctional
Oct 2022
#92