Interesting thread, especially for those of us at the "almost there" point. I watched my dad retire at 62 and always assumed they would drag him out of work kicking and screaming at 70 something. He was so busy afterward he said he wondered how he ever had time to go to work. Another guy I know retired at 55, but got up every day and went to his shop, even if to just hang out (happy guy). I let work shape my life and dominate almost everything for 30 years. Took a lessor job 3 years ago, same company, so I could take care of wife's health issues. Kind of a retirement, but with a paycheck and I get to be the old guy they ask questions of and get it done when stuff hits the fan. Nearly drove me crazy for awhile, but I like being home, I've seen most of the globe, and I don't have to worry about 30 guys anymore. Getting to the point where a balance becomes when enough money offsets enough of this crap. Not being defined by my job has been a transition, glad I didn't have to do it over a weekend and appreciate your dilemma. I feel the most trepidation for those that get forced out instead of leaving on their own terms. Have always had interests and hobbies, doubt if I get bored - always a problem to solve. Or get some new problems to solve, Habitat is always looking for handy people. Those that were successful in retirement found something to do, those that weren't sat in a chair and died. Good luck, sounds like we have some successful people to emulate.