rossiny

Astounding 42 years same company... don't see that often nowadays. Congrats and I am sure you are gonna b busy touring and grand kids coming and all.

indyfabz

Make the most of it. I was fortunate enough to be able to take nearly two years off from the working world in my mid-30s. (No. I didn't get one dime in government benefits.) During that time I took three long bike tours, including one cross-country and more and one in Andalucía. When I wasn't travelling I pursued other interests. I just turned 51. I was hoping to be able to retire at 55, but health insurance would be a big issue, so I will probably stay until 60. It will still be an issue then, but not as big a one.

Enjoy!

dbg

I've been through a similar thought process. I wanted to retire at 50 but had kids to get through college still. I wanted to retire at 60 but it was too early to withdraw from SS, and my pension could use a few more years of contributions. Now I hope to retire at age 65 but its attractive to keep the money flowing in so I can finish up a few more big projects (remodel kitchen, build out the backyard patio for parties, retire all long term debt, get set up with newer cars, OMG the list keeps getting longer...)

BluesDawg

You're the boss.

Outnumbered

Congrats on the retirement.