redraptor
Dryer sheet wannabe
Hi, my name is Mike. I'm 54, a millwright and in good health. DW is 57, disabled and collects SS. Early retirement is a nice dream but I don't see it yet.
A little background: I had worked for the same company since I was 18. Through some missteps of the owners, the company fell into bankruptcy in my 25th year. Around that same time my wife was diagnosed with MS and could no longer work. I worked odd jobs while retraining and found a position where I've been the last 8 years. My wife got approved for disability in that time I was off and is on MC with a supplement.
I won't bother you with financials as the specifics don't matter. I will say we have a modest home, property, nice vehicles, savings, and zero debt. I will be on here time to time for info and advice especially on MC as my wifes needs may change and I don't know the system well.
As far as FIRE, I already see things going on at work that make me wonder. I swear if this place goes under I don't think I could work for anyone again. OR, my wife's health could deteriorate and I may have to be home to take care of her. Who knows?
A little background: I had worked for the same company since I was 18. Through some missteps of the owners, the company fell into bankruptcy in my 25th year. Around that same time my wife was diagnosed with MS and could no longer work. I worked odd jobs while retraining and found a position where I've been the last 8 years. My wife got approved for disability in that time I was off and is on MC with a supplement.
I won't bother you with financials as the specifics don't matter. I will say we have a modest home, property, nice vehicles, savings, and zero debt. I will be on here time to time for info and advice especially on MC as my wifes needs may change and I don't know the system well.
As far as FIRE, I already see things going on at work that make me wonder. I swear if this place goes under I don't think I could work for anyone again. OR, my wife's health could deteriorate and I may have to be home to take care of her. Who knows?