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Finally Did it !

Goodie2shoes — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 05:31:32 GMT

On 4/8/16 @ 1:45 pm CST after a wonderful luncheon I walked out of my office as a new RETIREE !! Almost 17 yrs at this job, a Nurse for 40 years, I was a bit nervous about my decision but once I pulled off the lot I turned the sound up on my favorite radio station (much higher than normal) and drove home singing and moving to the music. What an Awesome feeling !! I never have to work again..

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NC Bandwagon — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 05:37:31 GMT

Hello, Goodie2shoes.

Congratulations!

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Goodie2shoes — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 05:44:37 GMT

NC Bandwagon, Thanks !

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Carmie — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 06:00:07 GMT

Congratulations! I walked out of my office a few months ago too and retired. I had a lot of personal and vacation days, so I just left the same day I told my boss.....On a Monday, no less.

The feeling is wonderful..... Enjoy your new found time for everything.

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ladyroxanne — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 06:01:09 GMT

Congratulations and good luck you will really love retirement!

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on the bay — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 06:11:48 GMT

congratulations! and wow-a nurse for 40 years! That is a job and service well done for sure!

I bet even if you liked what you did, it will be a wonderful feeling not to HAVE to go in to work, especially the days you really wish you didn't have to!

Turn up that volume all your heart desires!

Have a great new morning and many more!

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nrm — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 06:40:47 GMT

@Goodie2shoes. Congrats! Start enjoying your new life and fill it with adventures that you've never had time to do! 😀

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Kachina624 — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 06:41:26 GMT

I walked out the door and retired in January 1998. I've thoroughly enjoyed being a slug ever since. I keep my own strange schedule and do as I wish when I want to do it. I highly recommend it.

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cotton4me — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 07:12:54 GMT

Congratulations! Your life is your own now, to do whatever you wish whenever you wish. Enjoy the freedom.

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Big Sister — Mon, 11 Apr 2016 09:04:21 GMT

@Goodie2shoes Congratulations on your retirement, that's awesome.

It's a wonderful feeling, especially after you were a nurse for 40 years, you deserve to enjoy, laugh and have fun now and every day.

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3cupcakes — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 08:12:18 GMT

@Goodie2shoes 40 years in nursing is a fantastic achievement. Congratulations & enjoy your retirement!

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millieshops — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 08:13:21 GMT

Congratulations and a wonderful time ahead! Time to do something good for yourself for a while. You've been doing that for others for years. You won't stop doing that, but you'll be living a different life now. It's almost 17 years for me ---and it's still an adventure!

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Nataliesgramma — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 09:47:06 GMT

Congratulations!

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Pook — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 10:13:53 GMT

A big congratulations!! It sure is a freeing experience, isn't it?

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qualitygal — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 10:45:06 GMT

Congrats!! I do say to myself numerouse times now, I love my life. It took retirement to really appreciate it. It's nice to not have to be on the run all the time.

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DianeFL — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 11:22:00 GMT

Congrats!! I'm wishing you all the best and happy years ahead. I am struggling now with retiring. My husband and I both had the day off on Friday and we went in and paid off our mortgage on our house. I am 62 so eligible for retirement and I've been at the same job for 37 years and needless to say burned out. After reading all the other responses of those who have already retired they are pushing me to just jump in and do it...I agree with the person who said they have enjoyed being a slug ever since! LOL Enjoy your new life..

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riley1 — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 11:31:04 GMT

@Goodie2shoes - Congratulations on your retirement! Now, enjoy the next chapter of your life!!

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gidgetgh — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 11:31:34 GMT

@Goodie2shoes- Congratulations!! Enjoy your retirement.

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AngelPuppy1 — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 11:34:27 GMT

@Goodie2shoes

How wonderful! It must feel so good! I am very happy for you. I hope your retirement is everything you want it to be --- and more!

I am very envious --- not jealous -- but envious!!! I hope some day that I will be able to do the same!!!

Best wishes for a long and happy retirement!!!

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MomCat — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 11:35:35 GMT

I was fortunate to have retired at a very early age, and I love the freedom. I left a job where many older than me said they would probably never be able to retire. Don't understand those who don't plan ahead for their future. It's not rocket science. Can't say I have ever been one to sit around, but it's fun to have choices instead of being pinned down with a regular job.