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“Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit…what a ride!”
And this, Laurel, is what I thought of when I read your words…..
Loved the sentiments and could almost hear you recounting the stories aloud.
All the best to you and Ric and hope to see you in August!
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Ah Susan, how true! I would add “…having spent the kid’s inheritance.”
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Congratulations on your retirement!
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Thanks Jordan!
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As one who traveled with you or met you in many of those cities, I read your blog with equal nostalgia. Our lives have been filled with many blessings and lots of adventures. I am blessed to have known you and continue to read each post with delight. I wish you a joyous retirement. It really is fun. Lloyd and I realized we have been retired now for almost 6 years and love, love, love every moment. I know you and Ric will enjoy the freedom and adventure of it as well. Happy, happy retirement.
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Wow, 6 years already! Cannot believe it! Yes we had some trips, didn’t we? Crazy travel, long hours, but many accomplishments and stories….
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I’m so glad you are going to continue your blog after you retire. I enjoy keeping up with you as I read about your adventures. You will love retirement! It’s nice to do what you want to do in your own schedule. I love it. Looking forward to seeing you in August.
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Yes, Diana….my OWN schedule! So looking forward to that! In fact I turned down an opportunity to serve on the board of the American Women’s Association of Roma because I did not want that commitment. I thought about teaching English as a Foreign Language, and even took a certificate in that, but realized I cannot stand the thought of being tied down again, at least not yet
We will indeed see you in August! Big hug!
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I’m sure retirement will be a very different chapter in your life experiences. But I’m sure it will be just as amazing for you. Or that is my wish for you anyway.
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Anita, what a lovely sentiment! It will be both: different and amazing. I have to get used to not trying to do everything and to enjoy each moment. I think we are off to a good start!
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I guess I didn’t realize you’ve decided to retire! Wow….does that mean you’re returning to the USA and traveling from here?
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Hi Marcia, No, we are staying in Italy for two years, at least that is the plan. We want to take advantage of being here to see more of Europe, but the plan is to comeback to Portland in 2017 permanently, but we will be back in August for a visit.
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You will adore retirement. I’ve been retired just over a year. So nice to have money coming in (Social Security and pension from job) and not have to go to the office for eight hours a day five days a week. No stress, no commute, no wrangling to get time off to do what I want to do and no supervisor nearly having a heart attack because I saved up my vacation hours and went to Venice for a month!
Enjoy!
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Thank you! I am indeed ready to move on and go where and when I like. Luckily my spouse agrees! 🙂
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Wonderful memories. I also remember my first overnight business trip with IBM … 1975 from Indianapolis to Terre Haute, Indiana. I can’t remember the hotel, probably because it was so unmemorable! But here we are now, world travelers like you and Ric and enjoying every minute of it.
Congrats on your retirement and upcoming travels. We hope you’ll keep you blog going!
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I plan to continue to blog, Will. It’s become a fun outlet for me and a good way to remember where we’ve been. 🙂 Like Gracia, I take too many pictures so I have to do something with them.
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I enjoyed the stories. Enjoy your last “free” trip. Retirement will soon be upon you!! When is your last day? DB
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Hi Deb. Last day is May 19. Derek will be here to celebrate with me!
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