Well, another morning in Singapore. Just woke up. I have off three weeks for Christmas break. I have the greatest job in the world around this time of year and in late May, just before a 2 month summer break. Some people ask why I would not like that set-up. They don't realize the other 9 months and grading papers every weekend. I know I'm doing the right thing, but my only hang-up with all this is that for the past 18 years my school has paid for a beautiful condo with all facilities, and I'm covered medically totally. I lose all that. I now have to rent myself (which I can afford). and I have to get my own insurance (which I can also afford). However, all that money that I am spending on rent and insurance would have gone into my retirement plan, and instead I'm using my retirement plan to pay for it. That hurts a little. I can still save and re-invest, but not as much.
Maybe 59 is not so early to semi-retire. It seems like just yesterday my father, who is now 85 years old, retired from Eastern Airlines. All pilots are required are to retire even now at 60.
Every post I read from you all is sincere, genuine and compassionate. Thank you.
Rob
Maybe 59 is not so early to semi-retire. It seems like just yesterday my father, who is now 85 years old, retired from Eastern Airlines. All pilots are required are to retire even now at 60.
Every post I read from you all is sincere, genuine and compassionate. Thank you.
Rob