Dogon: As far as the "potholes" in Medicare that you mention, one showed up here yesterday in the form of a rather large bill. The real reason that they barrage you with notices before you turn 65 is that they can't wait to pick your pocket to help pay for the folks who can't or won't (who says we don't already have socialized medicine?). Whatever the fine is for not signing up on-time, if you've ever worked for a living it's likely much-less than what they'll be gouging you for, and... for questionable service at best. You actually have to submit a form to be given permission to use other (not government sponsored) insurance. I knew I smelled a rat here. The more I learn about it (Medicare) the less I want to have anything to do with it.
Chief: After having been fishing in the mountains of western North Carolina, I can certainly see the appeal. Winters alone would be a good reason to relocate. There's a reason why I only hang-out on the Lake-of-the-Woods in Fall and Spring.
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