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Thanks for the replies. We thought of walking the Camino but it seemed a bit long for our first walk, the Glen Way seems better. We also plan to include one or two "layover days" we don't want to be too tired, we want to be able hoist a beer at the end of the day. We also understand there is...

My wife an I are planning to walk the Great Glen Way in Scotland this September. We are looking at two companies that will book accommodations and baggage transfer one is Celtic Trails the other is Walkingholidayinfo, we are also considering doing this ourselves. Is anyone familiar with this...

Please excuse me for my not understanding when she purchases he iPhone how and where does she buy prepaid? Is that a card and can she text, use the internet and take pictures? We are currently with Verizon. Thanks BF

She has 2 GB but uses half of that or less. BF

DW Android bit the dust and she would like an iPhone should we buy it out right on with a contract? We live in Maine who provides the best service and what is the most reasonable plan? She uses less than 200 minutes a month, texts some, takes pictures, and uses the internet to check her mail...

I will be retiring in a few weeks after managing a small department for a number of years. It's been a great ride and good job, most of the people who work for me i hired and I have become fond of. So those of you who have left good jobs with good people how have you let go and how long has it...

Sport glasses One thing I forgot to mention is I have tri-focals. BF

I need some prescription sport glasses for running,biking etc something that will stay on my head. I would like to get a decent pair at reasonable price. Brand name? Retailer? Price? Any suggestions greatly appreciated BF

Thanks for the reply, although fit we are in our 60's so trail hiking some history would be great, and a nice pub would be perfect. :)

DW and I are planning a trip to Scotland this fall. We would like to rent a cottage or apartment in small town and do some day hikes and day trip in the car we plan to rent. This will be our first trip to Scotland. Suggestions please. BF

1. If my projected SS benefits at age 67 are $2500 per month what can I expect if I retire next May at the age of 64 but do not take my benefits until 67? 2. My DW took her SS benefits at age 62 ($750 per month) she is now 67 four years older than I am if I take my SS benefits at 67 (she will be...

I am in the medical field and have had many students over the years and my first assignment is to read a copy of the Wealthy Barber BF

Best Advice When I was in my late 20's my boss told me to take advantage of the companies 403B, he said I don't care if its just $25 a may period just start". I was married with 3 kids but took his advice and I think it was only $25but every time I got a raise I added a little more. At my next...

Fire May 2015 I plan to FIRE in May 2015, my AA in my rollover IRA is 50/50 and I have three years in a taxed savings account by the time that's gone SS will kick.Even so it gets my attention. BF

I plan to retire in March 2015 I will be 63 and DW wife is 67. She is collecting SS so she is signed up for Medicare but is currently under my health insurance at work. In March I will switch to COBRA or a plan under the ACA until I am eligible for SS. My question is when should DW sign up for...