The Retirement Thread

[gavroche]

Yesterday morning, I couldn't find my bank card anywhere so assumed I lost it. I checked my bank balance on line and nothing was out of the ordinary but to be safe, I reported it lost and ordered a new one which will take a few days to come. 10 minutes after I done that, Mrs G came down the stairs with a card in her hand and saying: "Is that your bank card? " It was. She found it laying on top of the bed. No idea how I missed that but must wait for the new one now.

 

[numbnuts]

We've had our road resurface
That's is the only news I've got

 

[Drago]

Me and the ever sexy Mrs D nipped over to Gasoline Juice for a coffee and hot dog. Returned to find my Mini had two new friends.

It's at the old Royal Ordnance works at Weedon Bec. Very interesting place, used to be a major site for producing artillery shells and explosives. Now some nice antique and record shops, and Gasoline Juice itself, which is a kind of cafe for car clubs and bikers to meet at. Very inexpensive coffee and hot dog, a pleasant bimble around afterwards.

 

[Flick of the Elbow]

Been out for a very pleasant 43 miles with MrsFoE, warmish sun but with quite a chilly breeze. Headed out through the hills of West Lothian, descended to Linlithgow for a cafe lunch, came back mostly on the canal. Didn’t see any more swallows but saw two broods of ducklings, my first of the year.

 

[Flick of the Elbow]

Here's a question for my already-retired chums on thread. When does economic inactivity become retirement?

Thing is, working for yourself, there's no cake, balloons, curling sandwiches or faintly inappropriate gift to signify 'the moment'

Same for me, no ‘moment’, just the process of handing in my notice and going. I’ve now been economically inactive for nearly 5 years, just living off savings and paying no tax. For me it becomes retirement in a few months when I start getting my work pension (and start paying tax again !).

 

[Drago]

I'd been off sick on the force medical officers advice for several months, so no whip round, carriage clock, or even a card. I saw a few of the lasses from my team when I returned my uniform and we had a teary hug, but that was it. I walked out the door sans warrant card, and never looked back.

 

[numbnuts]

I'd been off sick on the force medical officers advice for several months, so no whip round, carriage clock, or even a card. I saw a few of the lasses from my team when I returned my uniform and we had a teary hug, but that was it. I walked out the door sans warrant card, and never looked back.

When I left to go to Aussie all the guys bought me a silver tankard with "From all the staff in the Blacksmith Shop 19/8/1977"
When I left Aussie there was no one at the airport to see me off...........
When I left after my accident all I got was my redundancy notice, not even a hand shake or a kiss me arse.
I was just a number nothing more nothing less.

 

[classic33]

We've had our road resurface
That's is the only news I've got

Ours is being dug up.
Again!

 

[classic33]

Me and the ever sexy Mrs D nipped over to Gasoline Juice for a coffee and hot dog. Returned to find my Mini had two new friends.

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It's at the old Royal Ordnance works at Weedon Bec. Very interesting place, used to be a major site for producing artillery shells and explosives. Now some nice antique and record shops, and Gasoline Juice itself, which is a kind of cafe for car clubs and bikers to meet at. Very inexpensive coffee and hot dog, a pleasant bimble around afterwards.

You can't leave them anywhere on their own.

Did you partake of the Hot Yoga?

 

[screenman]

I have had a real bad day, it should have been our 50th anniversary today, unfortunately Pam passed away less than 6 weeks ago, my soul mate, we got married at 17 and 18, had laughs every day, expect to see more of me as I certainly have too much spare time now.

 

[Drago]

Screeny,

Good to see you back, but our joy is tempered with sorrow at hearing what you have been through.

But fear not. The cabbage smelling, wee wee stained and obscenely crochety old duffers of the Cyclechat Retirement Home have got your back.

 

[classic33]

Screenman, sorry to read that. Hope it was quick and as painless as possible for her. Your pain will be with you for a while, don't let anyone tell you how you should be feeling.
I hope your pain eases in time. Remember the times you had together, the good and the not so good. And how you got through the not so good times.

 

[numbnuts]

I have had a real bad day, it should have been our 50th anniversary today, unfortunately Pam passed away less than 6 weeks ago, my soul mate, we got married at 17 and 18, had laughs every day, expect to see more of me as I certainly have too much spare time now.

Very sad take care

 

[Mo1959]

Morning. Early, even for me. I’ll get out as soon as there’s a bit of light and enjoy the extra peace and quiet of a Sunday morning then enjoy breakfast while watching the London Marathon.

 

[Mike Ayling]

I have had a real bad day, it should have been our 50th anniversary today, unfortunately Pam passed away less than 6 weeks ago, my soul mate, we got married at 17 and 18, had laughs every day, expect to see more of me as I certainly have too much spare time now.

Sorry to hear that Screenman.