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In reply to the discussion: I would like to make an announcement today: [View all]peggysue2
(10,828 posts)93. Welcome to retirement!
My husband and I stepped out about 2 years ago and didn't look back. Our only regret is we didn't unload our house sooner and now the property is sitting on the market like a forgotten orphan. Family obligations (caring for my mother-in-law) precluded an earlier sell date so if we have to sit here a few more years so be it. Oddly enough, our plan is to move back to the Philly area, closer to family and friends.
It sounds as if you thought the process through and the fact you can still practice is the best of all worlds.
Good luck. But somehow I don't think you'll need it!
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Congratulation PC, sounds as if you have made the right decision and as an old "friend" I am so
monmouth4
Aug 2019
#9
It takes vision to do the right thing at the right time, and you have taken the right decision
Perseus
Aug 2019
#33
Congratulations. I'm sure you've made the right and best decision. I wish you many more happy years
mulsh
Aug 2019
#47
Sounds like a good plan. My dentist of many years just did basically the same thing.
Liberal In Texas
Aug 2019
#48
Congratulations. Lots of physicians have made similar decisions in the last decade or so.
Hoyt
Aug 2019
#55
I was in your place a while back. Then all kinds of bad things happened to me dentally...
CTyankee
Aug 2019
#68
Glad you feel solid about this decision, and best wishes for a smoother phase of life.
ancianita
Aug 2019
#60
That's a very rational decision. At 66, I'm 61 myself, feeling financial secure is important.
AJT
Aug 2019
#78
Congratulations. That's what my dentist did a couple of years ago. She since decided to retire
Vinca
Aug 2019
#80
I too stuck my finger in the air to see what and whence the winds were blowing
lunatica
Aug 2019
#86
I'm a few years ahead of you. I totally understand and applaud your decision.
Stinky The Clown
Aug 2019
#104