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12-01-2008, 05:42 PM | #1 |
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Calling it quits....
Calling it quits, but in a good way.
After close to twenty seven years with the same large company, I drove out the gate for the last time today. They offered me an early retirement, and after mulling it over for what seemed like forever but was actually only a couple of months, I bit. The hard part for me truly was in making the decision. Once I did, I felt great. While some of my peers that accepted the offer did so reluctantly and are still second guessing themselves, I’m content. It does seem odd knowing I don’t have to get up before sunrise tomorrow. Seems even odder to think I’m retired at a relatively young age. I have a hunch my cigar consumption is about to increase a tad. |
12-01-2008, 05:47 PM | #3 |
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Re: Calling it quits....
Congratulations! I hope that your retirement is all you expect and more.
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12-01-2008, 05:48 PM | #4 |
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Wohoo!!! Congratulations on your retirement!
Ahhhh...not having to wake up before sunrise...being able to enjoy a morning (or early afternoon) smoke and coffee...and more free time for hobbies! Enjoy!
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12-01-2008, 05:49 PM | #5 |
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Re: Calling it quits....
If you are good with it so are we! Congratulations and happy extra smoking. FWIW second, third and even fourth careers can be very rewarding.
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12-01-2008, 05:51 PM | #6 |
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Re: Calling it quits....
Congratulations, the next adventure is waiting for you
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12-01-2008, 05:54 PM | #7 |
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Congratulations! Best wishes!
I can go at 55 and I turn 54 this March. For me, it will depend upon how much or if I am enjoying my job at the time. If it's like now, I'll probably leave. I remember when I loved going to work, but lately I just look forward Friday. |
12-01-2008, 06:00 PM | #10 |
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Re: Calling it quits....
Congrats, time to get a cigar shop job!
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12-01-2008, 06:02 PM | #11 |
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Re: Calling it quits....
Possibly, but right now I'm not planning on even getting out of my bathrobe for the next several months (wife may have a different opinion on that one ). For the time being I fully intend on plumbing the depths of my inner laziness.
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12-01-2008, 06:06 PM | #12 | |
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Don't laugh - that's something I'd seriously consider in time. |
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12-01-2008, 06:08 PM | #13 |
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I was completely serious... that is my retirement goal down the road.
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12-01-2008, 06:09 PM | #14 |
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Re: Calling it quits....
Congratulations, I hope you enjoy your new found freedom, and find some new or not so new passions to enjoy in your retirement!
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12-01-2008, 06:10 PM | #15 | |
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If you want see if your local cigar shop needs behind the counter help. It's nice being on the other side of this business, along with my favorite word: DISCOUNT! ATL |
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12-01-2008, 06:21 PM | #17 |
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Congrats on your retirement. I retired at 42 after working for 25 years and I have never looked back. I will be 55 this coming year and I have not missed working for the last 12 years and love being able to sleep in,,take a trip,,,stay up late,,,all those little things you wanted to do but had to work.
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12-01-2008, 06:27 PM | #18 |
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Happy retirement
Hope it's a great time, sounds like you sure earned it! |
12-01-2008, 06:28 PM | #19 |
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Enjoy the "New Chapter" in your life...and spend lots more time with us!
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12-01-2008, 06:28 PM | #20 | |
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Enjoy yourself and let us know what adventure lies ahead of you. Congrats Bill! |
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