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Originally Posted by USSGompers

I was able to retire at 57. If it was not for the VA medical benefits- I would have never even thought about it. Hubby (who is already retired) begged me to do it. It was a great decision, Took me months to not sleep after 6AM!!!! I now can linger around in bed till 8AM, read the paper (which I NEVER had a chance to do) in the morning and plan my day.

I can now go on trips without begging my boss for time off!! I am free!!!

I have been working since I was 15 (lied about my age) and feel that life is too short!

How many times have we heard about someone that finally retired, started to receive SS benefits and died a few months later???? Not me. I have 4 years before I am 62. If I drop dead now, it's all worth it!!

I have been able to travel all over the world while in the Navy and after and have done so much in my life, I always tell my family that if I were to die today- it would be okay!!

If that sounds morbid, then I am sorry. Only speaking the truth.

Thank you for your service