I've been reading this board for a year or so, and
seeing all the new folks, decided it was time for me
to announce myself.
I've just hit my one year ER anniversary. I was a EE
in high tech for 25 years and was ready to make the
leap after the latest turn down in the industry. I was
glad that I was able to get one of my unemployed
friends hired to replace me, so my retirement actually
helped another family out!
I just turned 50, am single (except for a dog), own
my house (all paid up). I don't really budget (haven't
balanced my checkbook in years), but am naturally
frugal. I like to travel - have found guided hiking
trips are my current interest. So this year, it's two
trips - April to Tuscon and August to Scotland.
I've enjoyed lurking on this board - there are alot of
commonalities and encouragement to make the jump
and enjoy ER. I can't say I got much encouragement
from coworkers and friends, so it was nice to see
others who have done this. I think the biggest
difference I have found in my setup from others here
is that I actually do use a broker, as I have never been
that interested in investing. It is one thing I am willing to pay for.
Hello to eveyone!
seeing all the new folks, decided it was time for me
to announce myself.
I've just hit my one year ER anniversary. I was a EE
in high tech for 25 years and was ready to make the
leap after the latest turn down in the industry. I was
glad that I was able to get one of my unemployed
friends hired to replace me, so my retirement actually
helped another family out!
I just turned 50, am single (except for a dog), own
my house (all paid up). I don't really budget (haven't
balanced my checkbook in years), but am naturally
frugal. I like to travel - have found guided hiking
trips are my current interest. So this year, it's two
trips - April to Tuscon and August to Scotland.
I've enjoyed lurking on this board - there are alot of
commonalities and encouragement to make the jump
and enjoy ER. I can't say I got much encouragement
from coworkers and friends, so it was nice to see
others who have done this. I think the biggest
difference I have found in my setup from others here
is that I actually do use a broker, as I have never been
that interested in investing. It is one thing I am willing to pay for.
Hello to eveyone!