Recent content by JJPIES60

It has now been 6 weeks into retirement and I am begining to adjust. I still need to remind myself that I don't have to go to work or do anything I don't want to do. I've never had such a thing before. I've been busy reseaching travel and joining travel clubs. I don't have a traveling...

That's funny. I'm 2 weeks into retirement and I had a bad dream about work. I thought it was pretty normal. I am amazed at how much free time I have now, but it is an adjustment.

And that's how the fight started... My wife sat down next to me as I was flipping channels. She asked,"What's on TV?" I said, "Dust." And that's how the fight started... My wife was hinting about what she wanted for our upcoming anniversary. She said, " I want something shiny that goes from...

I'M DONE!!! COLOR ME GREEN! It was a quiet day. They had a meeting and we said our goodbyes. I took a voluntary layoff so there was no party or anything. Everyone said they were envious of me. Now to get some rest and adjust. I can't believe I'm finally done. This forum has been a hugh...

Altered books look like Joseph Cornell's art boxes. Very nice.

Only 8 working days to go!!! The Cal state budget is now passed and it goes into effect. Last week was very depressing with 20 people laid off. I will be the last one to go--I have to do the paperwork. Could someone fix my age on the list? It is 61, not 51. I will not miss the State...

Looks like I'm joining the class of 2011. I was planning on Jan 2012, but due to hugh budget cuts from the State of Calif., I waived my senority and took a layoff. So burnt out! I am ready to leave. Add me to the list--age 61, retire date 7/15/2011. Wheee!

Pilgarlic--for all you bald guys out there.

The Osama Bin Laden Cocktail --- Two shots and a splash of water.

I got one from Wells Fargo that said someone was trying to access my account, so for security reasons, they upgraded my account from Gold to Platinum and increased the credit limit. Hmmm...

I've set 1/13/12 as my FIRE date. The company gets it's funding from the State (Calif) and we have been warned that a 35% cut is coming this summer maybe. I don't know what will happen but I am so glad to be leaving...counting down the months.

In the Chinese cooking class I took, I was told to soak the rice for a least a half hour, then rinse the rice until the water runs clear, then measure the water, and follow the usual cooking directions. It helps.

You pegged me--I am a UC Davis alumni. Here's a Cal Aggie cheer for you Bossy cow cow Honey bee bee Oleomargarine Oleobutterine Alfalfa HAY! What will I do? I'm going to join the local art club to get back into painting. They have demos, classes, workshops, and live model Fridays. The jr...

I am retiring Jan 2012. I'm single, no kids, no debts, no mortgage. I hope to travel and join an art club when I FIRE. I have been enjoying this website and all the good information. I'm a Vanguard investor, too.:greetings10: I won't miss getting up at 5:00am anymore, dealing with the...