turn in old uniforms??

[UpstateNYUPSer(Ret)]

I do enjoy life, every moment of it. I don't understand why you think I need to retire all the time. I'm doing just fine, thank you.

We have all heard stories about drivers who pass away within 6 months of retirement.

No one is telling you to retire and then shut it down. That would be the worst thing to do.

You are active in your community. Retiring would allow you to expand upon that role while still allowing time for you and your wife to spend time together.

None of my business but if I had to guess I would say that you are still working not because you want to but because you have to.

My eligibility date is 7/1/18 which makes my effective date 5/1/18. I have about $150K in my 401k, my condo will be paid off and I plan on paying off my car. My monthly expenses will be minimal. I may stick around until just before Peak but as of today my plan is to walk on 5/1/18 and relocate to be closer to my daughter. I will look for a non-profit that needs help but do not plan on punching a time clock ever again.

It is your choice but IMO it is time for you to stop and smell the roses.

 

[Billy Ray]

I'll take some riverside pants if any are still around

Tried to give 2 pair away recently (long pants); the waist was too small.
Never worn, nobody wanted them.

 

[UpstateNYUPSer(Ret)]

Tried to give 2 pair away recently (long pants); the waist was too small.
Never worn, nobody wanted them.

Give them to your helper coordinator.

 

[Billy Ray]

Give them to your helper coordinator.

Too late for that...

 

[Billy Ray]

I have the old style jacket....

Looks very much like this (but not leather)

Has the old pkg & twine logo, the lining only has 1 more season before it's toast.

 

[scratch]

None of my business but if I had to guess I would say that you are still working not because you want to but because you have to.


It is your choice but IMO it is time for you to stop and smell the roses.

No, I don't have to work, I have posted that repeatedly. I enjoy staying busy, simple as that. I also enjoy making money. I have an easy route and I make twice what our pension pays. When I'm ready I will leave, I can go at any time and I tell my management team that.

 

[UpstateNYUPSer(Ret)]

I sincerely hope that I do not read of your passing in early 2017.

 

[Cementups]

I follow @scratch on Facebook. I think he is doing just fine how he is. He enjoys what he does and that makes a huge difference. Do what you love, and you’ll never work another day in your life. I'm pretty sure that's where @scratch is at in his life.

 

[trickpony1]

My life is dull and boring.
Can I follow Dave on Facebook so my life will be more fulfilling?

 

[scooby0048]

I'm looking at options like moving to Central America at the present time.

I hear Belize is the place to go. I have three friend's parents whom since retired and gone down there.

 

[scratch]

I hear Belize is the place to go. I have three friend's parents whom since retired and gone down there.

I am exploring retirement options and Belize is at the top of my list right now if I move overseas because the cost of living is so much lower. Houses start renting at $400 a month, supposedly you can live off just a Social Security check. Add in a pension check, think about a very nice house on the beach. Belize was formerly British Honduras so English is the preferred language.

 

[burrheadd]

I am exploring retirement options and Belize is at the top of my list right now if I move overseas because the cost of living is so much lower. Houses start renting at $400 a month, supposedly you can live off just a Social Security check. Add in a pension check, think about a very nice house on the beach. Belize was formerly British Honduras so English is the preferred language.

What do you do about medical care

 

[scratch]

What do you do about medical care

A lot of places overseas have very good healthcare and its a lot cheaper than here. Its important to do your research.

 

[burrheadd]

A lot of places overseas have very good healthcare and its a lot cheaper than here. Its important to do your research.

Would our insurance work in a foreign country

 

[Cementups]

I am exploring retirement options and Belize is at the top of my list right now if I move overseas because the cost of living is so much lower. Houses start renting at $400 a month, supposedly you can live off just a Social Security check. Add in a pension check, think about a very nice house on the beach. Belize was formerly British Honduras so English is the preferred language.

I was considering buying a house in Costa Rica for this reason. Cheap as hell to live down there.

 

[UpstateNYUPSer(Ret)]

My life is dull and boring.
Can I follow Dave on Facebook so my life will be more fulfilling?

You would fall asleep within 5 minutes.

I am on facebook primarily to stalk my kids.