Anyone not want to retire?
Most folks goal, seems to be, to retire as soon as possible. It has been my experience, that, for many folks retiring was the greatest thing they ever did. But for others it is the worst thing they ...
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This thread has been a fun read. Like the OP, I'm self employed and work daily with people. I will say this, compared to 5 years ago, what people expect will sometimes make our head spin. I've done my occupation since 1987 and have to regrets as it's provided a good lifestyle. I work about 4 days a week on average and can take any amount of time off when I want. Like many I had that thought of retirement at 55, but when I hit that mark, my thoughts was what was I thinking. This fall I turn 60 and will retire from my business when I hit 62. That doesn't mean I will quit working, just make a change, take some time off from the daily grind and then reevaluate things. My wife retired 4 years ago from an advertising career and even though she enjoyed and kept busy, she wasn't ready to no longer work and has worked part time. When I retire, we both will, then plan to have many trips in the RV to see more things we enjoy.
