At age 57 my official early retirement day is finally here. I took the government DRP offer early this year in May, which meant that I continued to receive my paycheck. But that ends today. Now it is for real. I checked my 401k (TSP) balance, updated my spreadsheet and the numbers look good on paper. The time has come to proof the numbers are in the ballpark and that all will be fine.
I am both anxious and nervous to see how 2026 will be for my wife and I. But at the same time we are excited to explore this new chapter in our life. The last 35 years was one of financial sacrifices and delayed gratification. We are looking forward to relax at home and go out to places every now and then.
Being in this forum and reading all the topics and stories makes clear that it is possible.
I am both anxious and nervous to see how 2026 will be for my wife and I. But at the same time we are excited to explore this new chapter in our life. The last 35 years was one of financial sacrifices and delayed gratification. We are looking forward to relax at home and go out to places every now and then.
Being in this forum and reading all the topics and stories makes clear that it is possible.
