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Originally Posted by Byte1

If you can't retire at a comfortable or secure income level in America then it's not our country's fault. You just retire at a later age, period. History is full of failed persons that started over at a late age and then became successful.
Personally, I can't count how many different jobs/occupations that I have held, supported a family of six and put a couple of my kids through college, not having my own lower degree until after they obtained theirs. Of course, I had the support of a fantastic spouse that made the impossible, possible. I learned the hard way, to be careful with credit, sacrifice by driving old vehicles and eating cheaply. I also took jobs that I was NOT qualified for, but convinced those hiring me that I could work hard and become an asset. Many folks read a description of a job ad and think they don't or can't qualify. I took jobs that required college when my resume' stated that I did not have a degree (yet). I am not special. Many folks have done this, but today many do not have the confidence to attempt something that they fear they will fail. America is so full of opportunity that the only excuse for failure is a lack of motivation. How many successful millionaires/billionaires have failed multiple times before succeeding? The only/ONLY reason that I am not wealthy (as in rich) is that I was not willing to sacrifice more to get to the higher level. I am satisfied and comfortable living in The Villages at a middle income retirement level. In my opinion, it is at least 90% motivation and 10% ability.
"Living the Dream?" Never had much time to "dream" of my future. I just refused to stay down after being knocked down, many times. I never dreamed that I would be able to live in a nice home in some place like The Villages. Actually, I never dreamed of retirement.
Praise GOD! I have been blessed to live in the greatest country in the world.

Not everybody born with silver spoon in they’re mouth. Lots have NO opportunity or have no change of getting out of rut.