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Posted: 11/27/2015 1:51:17 PM EDT
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Were your co-workers by any chance overweight and/or diabetic. I'm betting the guy with the amputated foot was.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 1:51:59 PM EDT
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i have not known many people to retire from a factory work place.... but i do recall one old lady i worked with... seemed healthy as a horse... she retired and was dead in 6 months.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 1:55:45 PM EDT
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On the other hand, I know lots of folks in their 70's and 80's who are still enjoying life. Some drink daily, some even smoke. The thing they all seem to have in common is involvement in zero-stress activities, a positive mental attitude and maintaining a sense of humor. Ain't nobody getting out of here alive, but I'm not planning on going quietly. Death will know he was in a major tussle when he tries to take me.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 1:56:03 PM EDT
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Quoted: 5 co workers retired in the last year: One died less than a year in his sleep. Funeral tomorrow. Age 60 One is on dialysis for kidney failure less than a year after retiring. Age 59 One had a pacemaker put in and heart is at 40% function two months retired. Age 61 One had his foot amputated after infection six months after retirement. Age 56 One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 Also had 1 friend who died of a massive heart attack 3 weeks into retirement. Age 54 Another had a massive stroke and his left arm and leg is paralyzed. Can barely talk due to paralysis. Age 52. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 1:58:58 PM EDT
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Old boss retired at 66 after 36 years. He had originally hung on to keep insurance while his wife battled cancer. Once she died, he should have packed it in. But he hung on another two years.
He lived just over a year after retirement. And he stayed busy, working with his church. My parents have been retired for over 10 years each. Make it pretty good. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 1:59:53 PM EDT
[#6]
I'll let you know in about 25 years.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 2:20:45 PM EDT
[#7]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I retired 3 years ago at age 54. I'm in better health than when I was working. BP substantially down. Stress substantially down. I'm so thankful I was able to retire when I still had my health! My BP is almost as low as when I was in my 20s |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 2:45:29 PM EDT
[#8]
You get both.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 2:45:49 PM EDT
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My father in law retired at 47, died at 92.
I know all kinds of retired people who are loving life I would never work another day if I could swing it. May just make it happen yet. I can't think of a worse thing than working my life away. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 2:51:43 PM EDT
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I retired in 2007 and love it.
Of course I don't just sit around doing nothing. Between the hunting, shooting, SCUBA, and kayak fishing I lost 25 pounds and 25 years of stress. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 2:53:13 PM EDT
[#11]
One of my coworkers died a month into retirement
Fell down and hit his head, never woke up Gotta enjoy life while you're here |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 2:56:23 PM EDT
[#12]
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Retired 4/2013. Doing fine, my 4yr old keeps me young. Retired 08/13 my 2yr old is helping me type this. He keeps me too busy to think about resting or dying. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 3:27:02 PM EDT
[#13]
My parents have been retired for around 10 years. They make it a point to get out and do something every day because they have seen lots of other people their age who just sort of whither away after retirement.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 3:32:06 PM EDT
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What was the physical condition of these people before they retired? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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5 co workers retired in the last year: One died less than a year in his sleep. Funeral tomorrow. Age 60 One is on dialysis for kidney failure less than a year after retiring. Age 59 One had a pacemaker put in and heart is at 40% function two months retired. Age 61 One had his foot amputated after infection six months after retirement. Age 56 One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 Also had 1 friend who died of a massive heart attack 3 weeks into retirement. Age 54 Another had a massive stroke and his left arm and leg is paralyzed. Can barely talk due to paralysis. Age 52. What was the physical condition of these people before they retired? Bingo! Pretty piss poor, I would guess. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 3:33:15 PM EDT
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I'm They all retired with 1000 to 1500 hrs sick time on the books. That's unused sick time. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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5 co workers retired in the last year: One died less than a year in his sleep. Funeral tomorrow. Age 60 One is on dialysis for kidney failure less than a year after retiring. Age 59 One had a pacemaker put in and heart is at 40% function two months retired. Age 61 One had his foot amputated after infection six months after retirement. Age 56 One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 Also had 1 friend who died of a massive heart attack 3 weeks into retirement. Age 54 Another had a massive stroke and his left arm and leg is paralyzed. Can barely talk due to paralysis. Age 52. What was the physical condition of these people before they retired? They all retired with 1000 to 1500 hrs sick time on the books. That's unused sick time. Doesn't mean they were healthy. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 3:34:28 PM EDT
[#16]
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Retirement is what you make of it. As is life. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 3:38:39 PM EDT
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Former coworker was preparing to retire when he was diagnosed with brian cancer. He won't make it to 2016.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 3:56:50 PM EDT
[#18]
Yep.....
I worked as a reserve technician in an army reserve office and a lot of the civvies that retired died in a little less than 5 years. Some never did anything in their entire life other than devoting themselves to the army. One guy got his 50 year dedication medal. Retired after that and then died 6 months later. Many never traveled nor ventured far from their place of origin. It scares the crap out of me because I medically retired after 13 years in the army and I do miss the getting up at 5am and going to work. The routine. But I replaced it with going to the gym.....doing cross fit.....I do substitute teaching also.....just keeping busy...... I got rid of my cable and just buy the stuff I want to watch on Amazon or watch it online. I travel immensely and you gotta have a positive outlook in life. The most important thing was appreciating what I got. That helped a lot. But for those dozen I do know that passed away quickly...... RIP. One lady who is a captain retired and she keeps busy by doing army union work and other stuff volunteering and she is happy. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 4:30:36 PM EDT
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The fact is that every day you live decreases the chance you will see the next day.
I said that in another thread, and some guy posted it wasn't true. He must have been in the insurance biz because he said the above wasn't true because that every decade you live increases the chance you will live longer. While probably true from an actuarial point of view. The insurance companies are playing a purely numbers game. It ain't so for individuals. And when it comes to a numbers game, the house always wins. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 4:34:11 PM EDT
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No, we just work too fucking long.
Sitting on a yacht in the Caribbean at 35 with nothing to do probably won't kill you. Sitting in your double-wide at 75 with nothing to do probably will. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 4:50:14 PM EDT
[#21]
knock wood
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Posted: 11/27/2015 5:09:46 PM EDT
[#22]
Lipitor is a good med to be on.
As the plaque builds up, the arteries narrow, making it more difficult for blood to flow and creating a risk for heart attack or stroke. Heart Disease by State |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 5:31:57 PM EDT
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I sure as hell hope I don't!
Retiring in 4 more years at 56. Then again a friend of mine was just found dead. He retired about 2 1/2 years ago. He was following his dream of hiking all over the country. He already had hike the Applachian trail and quite a few others. He was found dead in his truck in a trailhead parking lot in Colorado a couple of weeks ago. 
He died following his dream and that is more than most can say. God bless you Ray, you are remembered. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 5:36:20 PM EDT
[#24]
Retirement is something that must be planned. Get yourself into shape for the things you plan to do. If you have a spouse, have her get in shape with you.
Some people tie up their entire identity with their career and once out, lose purpose or drive in life. Don't be one of them. Get out that bucket list, prioritize what you want to do and condition yourself for it. I know folks who are busier as retirees than when they worked full time. Life can be rewarding if you allow it to be. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 5:39:29 PM EDT
[#25]
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5 co workers retired in the last year: One died less than a year in his sleep. Funeral tomorrow. Age 60 One is on dialysis for kidney failure less than a year after retiring. Age 59 One had a pacemaker put in and heart is at 40% function two months retired. Age 61 One had his foot amputated after infection six months after retirement. Age 56 One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 Also had 1 friend who died of a massive heart attack 3 weeks into retirement. Age 54 Another had a massive stroke and his left arm and leg is paralyzed. Can barely talk due to paralysis. Age 52. Regarding the last one: I would pray that I could still load my gun and do the only reasonable thing.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 5:42:40 PM EDT
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I own my own general contracting business, and really do enjoy what I do.
I'm only 30, but when I have enough money and rental property built up, I hope to retire as young as I can. I may still build the occasional simple spec house to sell, but I've got too many interests and hobbies that will keep me from getting bored. I'd much rather be traveling or involved in some new hobby or activity than working because I have to. I've never understood people who just get bored and have nothing to do after retiring. There is so much out there to do and learn about, I can't see how anyone would get bored as long as they have the money to do what they want. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 5:47:32 PM EDT
[#27]
A local ups driver backed his delivery truck up to the dock on his last day of work before retiring...... Heart attack... Never even got out of the truck.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 5:55:21 PM EDT
[#28]
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5 co workers retired in the last year: One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 This is normal, he probably didn't want to have them done while he was working. He's going to have a much better life once the surgery is done. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 5:59:37 PM EDT
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A local ups driver backed his delivery truck up to the dock on his last day of work before retiring...... Heart attack... Never even got out of the truck. Retirony. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:01:55 PM EDT
[#30]
My dad has been retired for 10 years now. He enjoys it and stays active. He was a heavy equipment mechanic for the power company for 35 years. And he has been working on anything with an engine for close to 60.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:03:27 PM EDT
[#31]
Holy shit, you must be a fireman.
I can't count the number of guys I used to work with who have serious illnesses. Two passed in the last 6 months, Parkinson's, Lou Gehrig's. Every time we get together seems we start comparing ailments. Virtually nobody over 60. Live each day to the fullest, early death sucks. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:07:31 PM EDT
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Some people tie up their entire identity with their career and once out, lose purpose or drive in life. This is one of the saddest things I witnessed. My former workplace is filled with retired old farts, who simply will not go away. They stalk the halls like a bunch of ghosts, and annoy the shit out of the poor slobs who still have to work there. Once you retire they should throw you the fuck out, and only let you back in for retirement parties. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:08:27 PM EDT
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Regarding the last one: I would pray that I could still load my gun and do the only reasonable thing. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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5 co workers retired in the last year: One died less than a year in his sleep. Funeral tomorrow. Age 60 One is on dialysis for kidney failure less than a year after retiring. Age 59 One had a pacemaker put in and heart is at 40% function two months retired. Age 61 One had his foot amputated after infection six months after retirement. Age 56 One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 Also had 1 friend who died of a massive heart attack 3 weeks into retirement. Age 54 Another had a massive stroke and his left arm and leg is paralyzed. Can barely talk due to paralysis. Age 52. Regarding the last one: I would pray that I could still load my gun and do the only reasonable thing. Who will have the pleasure of finding you after you do that? |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:10:42 PM EDT
[#34]
After 30 years in the Navy, my dad died a year into retirement at 53 years old.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:21:26 PM EDT
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Quoted: 5 co workers retired in the last year: One died less than a year in his sleep. Funeral tomorrow. Age 60 One is on dialysis for kidney failure less than a year after retiring. Age 59 One had a pacemaker put in and heart is at 40% function two months retired. Age 61 One had his foot amputated after infection six months after retirement. Age 56 One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 Also had 1 friend who died of a massive heart attack 3 weeks into retirement. Age 54 Another had a massive stroke and his left arm and leg is paralyzed. Can barely talk due to paralysis. Age 52. Jesus, I don't think anyone of my generation (people in their 30's) will be able to retire before 65... Hell, I'm assuming the retirement age will be have to be raised to 70 by the time I get that old. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:23:12 PM EDT
[#36]
Sitting down and watching TV is a very dangerous way to retire in my opinion.
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:24:11 PM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryTHERE IIIIIIIIS NOOOOOO SANCTUARRRRRRRRY |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:26:54 PM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: maybe they decided to retire early because of health problems? My initial thought |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:27:35 PM EDT
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Sitting down and watching TV is a very dangerous way to retire in my opinion. This, this, this. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:28:27 PM EDT
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5 co workers retired in the last year: One died less than a year in his sleep. Funeral tomorrow. Age 60 One is on dialysis for kidney failure less than a year after retiring. Age 59 One had a pacemaker put in and heart is at 40% function two months retired. Age 61 One had his foot amputated after infection six months after retirement. Age 56 One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 Also had 1 friend who died of a massive heart attack 3 weeks into retirement. Age 54 Another had a massive stroke and his left arm and leg is paralyzed. Can barely talk due to paralysis. Age 52. Those are some early retirements.....Must be firefighters or Police. |
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Posted: 11/27/2015 6:29:33 PM EDT
[#41]
I work in construction/engineering.
Trades and labor do die after retirement at an unusual rate, but I suspect it has a lot to do with how well they took care of themselves. Engineers, managers, etc tend to live long after retirement. Just my observations. |
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Posted: 11/28/2015 3:37:52 AM EDT
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Retirement has nothing to do with the cases you describe. Those people all did a shitty job of maintaining their health. You state that as if it is fact. How do you know they did? Have you seen their medical records? The truth is, many people develop severe medical issues through no fault of their own. |
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Posted: 11/28/2015 3:40:15 AM EDT
[#43]
Getting old sucks.
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Posted: 11/28/2015 3:42:43 AM EDT
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As is life. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Retirement is what you make of it. As is life. No. Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans. 
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Posted: 11/28/2015 3:44:58 AM EDT
[#45]
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5 co workers retired in the last year: One died less than a year in his sleep. Funeral tomorrow. Age 60 One is on dialysis for kidney failure less than a year after retiring. Age 59 One had a pacemaker put in and heart is at 40% function two months retired. Age 61 One had his foot amputated after infection six months after retirement. Age 56 One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 Also had 1 friend who died of a massive heart attack 3 weeks into retirement. Age 54 Another had a massive stroke and his left arm and leg is paralyzed. Can barely talk due to paralysis. Age 52. We had a guy die two weeks before his retirement. RIP Gene. (shoveling his driveway, heart attack) |
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Posted: 11/28/2015 3:52:43 AM EDT
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Regarding the last one: I would pray that I could still load my gun and do the only reasonable thing. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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5 co workers retired in the last year: One died less than a year in his sleep. Funeral tomorrow. Age 60 One is on dialysis for kidney failure less than a year after retiring. Age 59 One had a pacemaker put in and heart is at 40% function two months retired. Age 61 One had his foot amputated after infection six months after retirement. Age 56 One is having knee and hip replacements 1 month retired. Age 56 Also had 1 friend who died of a massive heart attack 3 weeks into retirement. Age 54 Another had a massive stroke and his left arm and leg is paralyzed. Can barely talk due to paralysis. Age 52. Regarding the last one: I would pray that I could still load my gun and do the only reasonable thing. Indeed. Trouble is, you can't count on being able to. ( I know from personal experience.  )
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Posted: 11/28/2015 3:59:30 AM EDT
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Getting old sucks. Getting old isn't necessarily bad. It's getting old and decrepit that really sucks. Being old and ill is like what they say about Navy SEAL training: "The only easy day is yesterday." 
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Posted: 11/28/2015 4:04:06 AM EDT
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eat right get plenty of sleep at night exercise (especially walking distance daily) get regular checkups (blood work) drink one or two glasses of red wine with meals before bedtime (help you sleep) avoid strong drink and drugs keep bad stress to a minimum listen to peaceful music avoid violent entertainment Most important keep an ongoing relationship with God What kind of "relationship" (whatever that means) does a person have with a bloodthirsty, sadistic, genocidal, baby killer? 
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Posted: 11/28/2015 4:11:59 AM EDT
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Yes, Last year 3 people retired. One, who was diabetic, went into some kind of complications, they amputated all of his extremities, thankfully he died in his sleep between operations. The other, 58, had a stroke and is now useless on the right side - smart as hell guy used to work Comms in the Navy
and now has trouble with his Ham radios at home. The last one, who was 61, retired, gardened and then 3 months later died of a massive heart attack. Lessons learned, take as much time off as possible!
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Posted: 11/28/2015 4:13:21 AM EDT
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Retired 08/13 my 2yr old is helping me type this. He keeps me too busy to think about resting or dying. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Retired 4/2013. Doing fine, my 4yr old keeps me young. Retired 08/13 my 2yr old is helping me type this. He keeps me too busy to think about resting or dying. so what the hell? you two split the viagra prescription? lol, good on you both!
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