Retired 1-1-26

[Walt Krafft]

Congrats!! Beware, there are people who think you need something to do and will try their best to get you to do it.

 

[kelbro]

9/26/25 was my retirement date. 50 yrs of 50 hr weeks behind me. It took a little while to adjust to the freedom. It didn't take long for my calendar to start filling up but it is now filled with good things and fun things, not meaningless meetings, conference calls, and business trips.

 

[7887mm08]

My wife retired 1/1/26 also, 2 more years for me.
Good luck on your new life

 

[Leo_B]

Congratulations. Well earned I'm sure. Sounds like a good variety of things to do and now time to enjoy them. Stay safe.
ETA I hope your forum name refers to your horse and not car.

 

[Iowa Fox]

Double congratulations. One for 36 years and one for LE. In a few more months it will be 16 years for me.

 

[Gary in MD]

Congratulations!, I’ve been retired for about 3 years.
The hardest part is making that adjustment of not going to work each day. Took me about 15 minutes! LOL

 

[pintopete]

Thanks everyone for your well-wishes, advice, and some of your experiences. Kelbro, 50 years! Holy mackerel! That’s a long time. Congratulations are very much in order to you.

The hardest part will be separating from my co-workers #1, the good officials, and many residents. But it was the right time for me to leave. 62, under very good circumstances, and with the mindset of pursuing all those hobbies and interests I have. Leo_B, my screen name references my Pinto which is a hobby drag car (bracket racing). Began in my teens, still have it, and another thing on my list of to-do’s. Drop a V-8 in a light car, go fast. Not much of what was OEM remains, just the shell.

Thank again for all the wisdom, congratulations, shared experiences, and support.
Peter.

 

[nmkid]

I retired 25 years ago. My best advice...your priority is to try and stay healthy. If you aren't healthy, nothing else matters much. Sorry for being the fly in the ointment, but I speak the truth.

 

[Just Say Moe]

Retired from full time work in 2016. Worked part time a few years, then only emergency call. Today is my LAST day of being on call!!!!! 100% retired at 0700 tomorrow!

 

[Bottom Fodder]

In 4 days it will 8 years for me. DON’T sit in a recliner all day it will make you turn old fast. Go to bed every night with a plan of what fun thing your going todo the next day

 

[Geronimo Jim]

If you retire and don't have interest and hobbies you die soon.
University studies has proven this.

 

[Texas Solo]

I did 27 years as a lawyer, prosecutor, and judge. I was lost the first month or so, but then you get to appreciate the time you have now.

 

[joshb]

Congratulations! 18 years into retirement, here. As mentioned, have a plan to stay busy and stay in shape!

 

[PatMiles]

RETIREMENT...best damn job you'll EVER have!
Congrats!

 

[waverly]

08/01/2024 for me. I worked 7months after part time and then retired for good 04/01/2024. The part time helped with the transition. Now my days are mine except when my wife has other ideas. Gym 4-5 days a week, plus deer season, and other hobbies keep me busy.

Enjoy the rest of your life.

 

[powderbrake]

Congratulations on your retirement. Now you have no excuse to prevent you from fixing that stuff you need to do.
EXCEPT ............ YOU DON"T HAVE TO DO IT TODAY !!!!
Maybe tomorrow, or next week. Take your time.

 

[NF1E]

Congratulations. I worked 7 days a week and on call 24 hrs a day. Retired a couple years ago at 75 and having a great time shooting , loading and repeat. Planned forever to do this and never thought I could handle it. First thing I did was have the business phone shut off and no one gets my cell.
Happy Daze.

 

[Pete Wass]

I've been retired just over 16 years. Guess I must be a lazy person but I have never once misses working since I retired. I find plenty to occupy my time. I do my own yard work, have a small home machine shop and watch way more YouTubes than I should I guess. I also work at rehabbing ancient neglected cemeteries.

I also shoot a full Score Benchrest schedule and all that goes with that. Life is good but one needs to have interests beyond their profession to succeed at retirement.

 

[WillFS]

Congratulations. I retired in 2022 and am still trying to sleep in past 5am every day. Best wishes for a wonderful retirement.

 

[sw282]

l retired after 50 years working for the Fed Govt. 30 years Civil Service/US Army. Another 20 for a DOE contractor. First of month/gubmint cks are GREAT