martyp
Thinks s/he gets paid by the post
This is the one year anniversary of when I left work. About 2pm on this Friday in December 2010. My retirement date is technically March 1st after I used up my 10 weeks of vacation. I have absolutely no regrets. I managed to achieve most of my goals this past year:
1. Learn to live on a budget. I've kept of my spreadsheet. Economized in several areas without feeling like I am depriving myself. I can actually still save money for bigger ticket items. I am looking forward to upgrading my computer system this next year.
2. Get Healthy. I've been working out at a gym and eating healthier. It's been an amazing transformation.
3. I've made sure I socialize with people a couple of times per week. Mostly lunches with friends while exploring new restaurants. I even meet up with my old work colleagues every month or so.
4. Got several big house projects done early in the year. New roof, new skylight, and had the house painted. Also, cleaned out the garage and refurbished my earthquake emergency supplies.
5. Went out to movies, museums, and plays. Scored $10 balcony seats for some good plays in San Francisco.
6. Drove from San Francisco to Chicago seeing National Parks along the way. Visited college buddies in Chicago.
7. Got involved with an adult education program associated with the University of California. I've taken three classes this year. I've put together my own class for this coming year.
Putting together a yearly plan is a good motivator to keep productive and busy.
1. Learn to live on a budget. I've kept of my spreadsheet. Economized in several areas without feeling like I am depriving myself. I can actually still save money for bigger ticket items. I am looking forward to upgrading my computer system this next year.
2. Get Healthy. I've been working out at a gym and eating healthier. It's been an amazing transformation.
3. I've made sure I socialize with people a couple of times per week. Mostly lunches with friends while exploring new restaurants. I even meet up with my old work colleagues every month or so.
4. Got several big house projects done early in the year. New roof, new skylight, and had the house painted. Also, cleaned out the garage and refurbished my earthquake emergency supplies.
5. Went out to movies, museums, and plays. Scored $10 balcony seats for some good plays in San Francisco.
6. Drove from San Francisco to Chicago seeing National Parks along the way. Visited college buddies in Chicago.
7. Got involved with an adult education program associated with the University of California. I've taken three classes this year. I've put together my own class for this coming year.
Putting together a yearly plan is a good motivator to keep productive and busy.