The Retirement Thread

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19 Jul
2:15pm, 19 Jul 2024
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TheScribbler
Lovely MandyMoo.

Reminds me of something I saw the other day saying "You have 20 more good summers left - what are you going to do with them".

Today I am working from my home office. There's been a distinct lack of chatter on electronic channels, so I'm going to sneak off early.
19 Jul
2:24pm, 19 Jul 2024
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Diogenes
On days like these I yearn to be by a pool with a cold beer.
19 Jul
2:28pm, 19 Jul 2024
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HappyG(rrr)
heart to your paddleboard pic Mandymoo. :-) G
19 Jul
2:51pm, 19 Jul 2024
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geordiegirl
That is a reminder why we need to bite the bullet when we can.

Love that question Scribbs and a scary thought to.
19 Jul
2:54pm, 19 Jul 2024
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Velociraptor
Statistically I've got well under 20 good summers left. Makes you think :-O
19 Jul
4:13pm, 19 Jul 2024
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Diogenes
I have begun enquiries about partial retirement options and flexible working options.

I also went to contact my financial advisor for a review and advice only to find that he has beaten me to it and retired already!
19 Jul
5:14pm, 19 Jul 2024
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geordiegirl
Sat on back of boat in our happy place glass of fizz for me, beer for OH. Canopy off as it’s glorious weather. He just said imagine soing this for 4 weeks…. Me I’d learn to cope don’t you worry.
19 Jul
5:16pm, 19 Jul 2024
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EvilPixie
You don’t need us to talk you into action GG you are giving yourself all the incentives
19 Jul
5:16pm, 19 Jul 2024
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EvilPixie
Good luck Dio
.B.
19 Jul
5:23pm, 19 Jul 2024
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.B.
Positive steps Dio, except needing a new IFA!

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