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Well, had my second and final retirement last week. ^&grin First was from the USAF in '94. Retired from Lockheed Martin on Friday. Think this one will last. Had two great careers and looking fwd to the next chapter. Pictured with Brenda, been married 40 yrs in June. I'm a lucky guy. Chris

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So, how do you feel about retiring? Any plans to consult?

I retired in 2017. I wasn't planning to retire but for certain financial reasons I had to. One day I was working and the next I wasn't. It was strange to say the least. One day you're going to the office and then you're not. Before retiring, I hadn't had the opportunity to acclimate myself to the possibility so I wasn't mentally prepared for it. However, over time, I've gotten used to it, plus I do some legal work for a client; it's not a lot but enough to keep me busy and keep the juices flowing.

Good luck.
 
jazzeum said:
So, how do you feel about retiring? Any plans to consult?

I retired in 2017. I wasn't planning to retire but for certain financial reasons I had to. One day I was working and the next I wasn't. It was strange to say the least. One day you're going to the office and then you're not. Before retiring, I hadn't had the opportunity to acclimate myself to the possibility so I wasn't mentally prepared for it. However, over time, I've gotten used to it, plus I do some legal work for a client; it's not a lot but enough to keep me busy and keep the juices flowing.

Good luck.
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Brad, that sounds exactly like my retirement. I was assigned to the administration division the last few months of my career, waiting for a decision on my disability. With no warning, at 4pm in the afternoon, an hour before quitting time, I received a memo telling me that I was officially retired and not to come back next day. I wasn't prepared in the least, having received no forewarning or prep info from the county. I was working and then I wasn't. Found out later this method of operation was SOP for injured personal. But, like you, I adjusted over time. Took me some time to get all my finances in line with the new retirement income. -- Al
 
Terp152 said:
Well, had my second and final retirement last week. ^&grin First was from the USAF in '94. Retired from Lockheed Martin on Friday. Think this one will last. Had two great careers and looking fwd to the next chapter. Pictured with Brenda, been married 40 yrs in June. I'm a lucky guy. Chris

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Congratulations, Chris. Looks like a fine sendoff for someone who has served for so long. Good to see a picture of you and your lovely wife. :salute:: -- Al
 
lancer said:
Brad, that sounds exactly like my retirement. I was assigned to the administration division the last few months of my career, waiting for a decision on my disability. With no warning, at 4pm in the afternoon, an hour before quitting time, I received a memo telling me that I was officially retired and not to come back next day. I wasn't prepared in the least, having received no forewarning or prep info from the county. I was working and then I wasn't. Found out later this method of operation was SOP for injured personal. But, like you, I adjusted over time. Took me some time to get all my finances in line with the new retirement income. -- Al
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The way places get rid of people is a disgrace.Last week at my place they got rid of 6 long service employees.No prior warning,they were in tears when they left.:mad:
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In my case, it was all voluntary but to stay would have cost me money. The trouble was I didn’t find that out until two weeks before the deadline so I had to hurry up and get a lot of things done so I could meet the deadline.

Giving someone one day to leave is borderline irresponsible to me although I have seen this happen. In a lot of situations, such as where your company is being acquired and cuts are going to be made - synergies in corporate speak - you sometimes have an idea you might lose your job so you have a chance to prepare, but sometimes you don’t. I knew a person who was working for a division we sold and not long after the deal had closed the buyer told him (and others) that he had an hour to pack up and leave and security escorted him to the door. He’s actually back working for my former company.
 
zblang said:
Congrats!!!! Enjoy
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Thanks Zach

jazzeum said:
So, how do you feel about retiring? Any plans to consult?
Good luck.
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Thanks Brad, no plans for consulting, plan to travel some. Going to Scotland in June to the the Loch Ness Monster.

lancer said:
Congratulations, Chris. Looks like a fine sendoff for someone who has served for so long. Good to see a picture of you and your lovely wife. :salute:: -- Al
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Thanks Al, appreciate the comments.

villagehorse said:
I can recommend retirement, nothing like it.^&cool, Robin.
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Thanks Robin, been looking fwd to it.

Alexander the Great said:
Congratulations!
Thanks Al.
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lancer said:
Brad, that sounds exactly like my retirement. I was assigned to the administration division the last few months of my career, waiting for a decision on my disability. With no warning, at 4pm in the afternoon, an hour before quitting time, I received a memo telling me that I was officially retired and not to come back next day. I wasn't prepared in the least, having received no forewarning or prep info from the county. I was working and then I wasn't. Found out later this method of operation was SOP for injured personal. But, like you, I adjusted over time. Took me some time to get all my finances in line with the new retirement income. -- Al
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Al, that's just shameful of the county. Especially to one who gave so much for others. Can't fathom the actions of such organizations. Chris
 
Congratulations Chris {bravo}}{bravo}}{bravo}}

I got early retirement in 2005 after 37 years with my Company and have not regretted a minute^&cool I was 10 years old when I joined:rolleyes2: ^&grin

All the best

Martyn:)
 
Congrats, Chris .. a day of mixed feelings I would imagine. Mostly joy it would seem.

I was (ALSO) not ready to start retirement (Microsoft) when I got a call early in the AM on a Wednesday to say that my accounts and files were locked and my login was shut off …. {eek3} I was done on the spot …!!

They thanked me for my years of service and all the innovations that I instituted. Ironically this was just three months after I received the "Microsoft Embedded Software Engineer of the Year" award. Go figure. ^&confuse

Since that time, it has been fantastic. Funny thing is that I find myself busier than when I was working 45 - 50 hours a week. But now it is all for me.

Look forward to a wonderful time, Chris with your lovely wife, your family, your T.F forum friends and (of course) your toy soldiers!

--- LaRRy
 
Congratulations Chris on your retirement!!! And thank you for your service!!!!!
 
Glad to hear that ye another toy soldier collector has 'joined the club' :)

I've now been retired 5 years, after 45 years drawing maps, and have really enjoyed NOT having to go to work. Now I as much time as I want, subject to family commitments, to spend painting toy soldiers for myself and collectors both local interstate and worldwide, in my backyard studio !!

My wife also a year later and now we spend time together, engaged in out own interests, with Pauline and her fabrics and quits, taking advantaget of the studio which we renovated a couple years back, doing much of the work on that ourselves.

OK, now it's time to get on with the next part of your life and enjoying that to your fullest:)

John
 
Terp152 said:
Al, that's just shameful of the county. Especially to one who gave so much for others. Can't fathom the actions of such organizations. Chris
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Chris, it was rather a shock. Not only was there no advance notice or advice but I later found out that my retirement date was shifted on paper that would allow the county to miss my COLA by a month, thus keeping me one COLA short for the duration. Might not sound like much to an individual, but this also is SOP for the county, allowing them to save COLA's on most retirees. Big Brother knows what he is doing. :rolleyes2: -- Al
 
Al, that's a pretty unbelievable story. During the course of my career, I was involved in a few transactions where employees were fired by the buyers. Most buyers were generally fair — as fair as you get in these kinds of situations — but there were a couple who were real pros at getting rid of people (and I’m not being complementary). When my company itself was acquired my reaction was “well, it’s my turn, 29 years down the drain,” but I was lucky and managed to keep my job. I was philosophical about it — whatever happens, happens — but was glad to have kept my job.
 
GICOP said:
Congratulations Chris {bravo}}{bravo}}{bravo}}

I got early retirement in 2005 after 37 years with my Company and have not regretted a minute^&cool I was 10 years old when I joined:rolleyes2: ^&grin

All the best

Martyn:)
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Martyn, 10 yrs old! Were a mid-shipman in the Royal Navy?:salute:: Chris
 
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