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Originally Posted by CaptJohn
That IS a tough one! From what I've read of older folks, most say they regret not doing things. When I was in Hawaii in the early 70's, I saw a lot of widows in wheelchairs who saved with their husbands to go there but their husbands didn't live long enough to make the trip. I've kept that rememberance when there were things I wanted to do.
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I have been spending most of my life. New cars every two years, latest tech toys, etc.. My father saved his whole life and had a heart attack 6 months after he retired that still limits him. My mother has Alzheimers at 65. A friend saved for extensive world travel with his wife after retirement and his wife's died a a month after retirement. He took me aside and told me to do it while I can because the future is uncertain. Rencently had a new TV friend get sick and die suddenly in the space of four days within a year of retiring. So many have told me that they regret wasting their youth by saving for their old age.
I live for today and so far tomorrow has taken care of itself. If I need more, I earn more. Always been able to make money to meet my lifestyle. I can die tomorrow with no regrets or unfinished business. My wife and I have not denied ourselves anything and we have had a great life as a result.