I was retired from 2003-2008. When one kid started college and the other med school, it was time to hit the bricks again. Work is overrated as a way of life unless necessary. Being a serial hobbyist all of my life, I had plenty to do. I've always thought that full time employement was a Calvinistic plot. wink Some work to live; others live to work; a fortunate few just live. Dad retired at age 78 when his VA disability hit 100%. He could have retired earlier and when I asked why he didn't, his reply: "Would you want to stay home all the time with someone like YOUR mother?" I undertstood. Some folks have all the luck in choosing parents. Prince Charles comes to mind..