Nature Lover
Recycles dryer sheets
Hi Everyone,
I’m 56, long-time observer, and joining so that I can be a part of the conversation.
Financial Status:
Long-time follower of LBYM lifestyle, common in my family. Single, with no kids, I retired at 55, with modest pension income that covers all current expenses (discretionary and non-discretionary), and allows a little to be saved for the future.
I also have a portfolio of investments that has grown over the years. As a retiree, I now invest it more conservatively than I did when working; however, with a potential 40 year retirement, my plan for the foreseeable future is to continue to hold 55-65% in equities.
Retirement Philosophy:
While I loved my career, having spent nearly 35 years in finance and accounting; I retired to enjoy life, spend more time with family and friends, and reconnect with nature.
In late 2014, I took a pause and realized that too many 70+ hour weeks, the labor and emotional cost of helping to successfully guide our organization through the recession, and years of caregiving to family members had simply drained the battery. The joy from all the accomplishments was gone, and didn’t look to be coming back anytime soon. By Springtime 2015, I gave notice; and by Fall I made a successful transition and exit.
Unburdened by work obligations, I’m now able to focus more on living a stress free, healthier, more enjoyable life. I love that I have the opportunity to get out and reconnect with nature, see family and friends more often, eat healthier, train daily, and be more active in my community. And I smile and laugh more today than I did before….. not a surprise, of course; clearly the result of a good decision.
I happily found this online ER community in early 2015, and while I was not going to be a super-early retiree, I saw many like minded people discussing life beyond work. I’ve learned much from all of you, and I’m looking forward to being a part of the conversation.
I’m 56, long-time observer, and joining so that I can be a part of the conversation.
Financial Status:
Long-time follower of LBYM lifestyle, common in my family. Single, with no kids, I retired at 55, with modest pension income that covers all current expenses (discretionary and non-discretionary), and allows a little to be saved for the future.
I also have a portfolio of investments that has grown over the years. As a retiree, I now invest it more conservatively than I did when working; however, with a potential 40 year retirement, my plan for the foreseeable future is to continue to hold 55-65% in equities.
Retirement Philosophy:
While I loved my career, having spent nearly 35 years in finance and accounting; I retired to enjoy life, spend more time with family and friends, and reconnect with nature.
In late 2014, I took a pause and realized that too many 70+ hour weeks, the labor and emotional cost of helping to successfully guide our organization through the recession, and years of caregiving to family members had simply drained the battery. The joy from all the accomplishments was gone, and didn’t look to be coming back anytime soon. By Springtime 2015, I gave notice; and by Fall I made a successful transition and exit.
Unburdened by work obligations, I’m now able to focus more on living a stress free, healthier, more enjoyable life. I love that I have the opportunity to get out and reconnect with nature, see family and friends more often, eat healthier, train daily, and be more active in my community. And I smile and laugh more today than I did before….. not a surprise, of course; clearly the result of a good decision.
I happily found this online ER community in early 2015, and while I was not going to be a super-early retiree, I saw many like minded people discussing life beyond work. I’ve learned much from all of you, and I’m looking forward to being a part of the conversation.
