LauraJ Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Congratulations Dory. A big huge congratulations. Now you are going to find out what it's like to get up and not have to go to work - but get up and go QUILT! A wonderful world of difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFQuilts Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Dory, Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!! You are right, however, that time management is a critical issue. Hmmmm, ponies or horses first for the day? Have fun. Lynn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisae Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 WOO HOO!!! You go, girl! I am envious....I have a couple of years to go. You are going to have so much fun. Can't wait to see all your beautiful quilts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReisingStarQuilts Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Congrat Dory!!! I know the feeling of a weight lifted after I left my job. I am so busy now, but I can also say whoaaa and stop!! Sleep in, stay up late, do what I want to do for a change. Relax and enjoy the Ride!! Enjoy, you deserve it girl!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra Darlington Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Congrats, Dory! I keep daydreaming of retiring at 62...less than 2 years to go, but I'm not sure the numbers will work out. I may have to stay till 66. On the other hand, I like my 2 bosses and my job is OK (could be a heck of a lot worse!). My commute is only 15-20 minutes each way, so I really can't find anything to complain about, other than I'd rather be home quilting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jebm Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Great new! I retired 2 years ago--and never looked back. I too just knew one day that I couldn't do it any longer--and the load that was lifted when I left was more than I knew! You'll have a wonderful life now! Go girl!! Jane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.A Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 So happy for you, Dory. Enjoy! Nancy in Tucson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anita Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Most excellent news, for certain! Congratulations! Anita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgroby Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Awesome Dory - Good for you! The last day I worked was one of my BEST days ever! Now you can join us in the 'I don't work anymore...and I don't understand why I'm so busy!" club Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Congrats Dory!!! I wish, I could afford to actually retire. However, military retirement pay won't pay the rent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolinequilts Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Congratulations Dory! I too want to retire early (at 56) and stay home and quilt . I've worked it all out, but still have 4 years to go. Logic tells me that I should at least wait until my boys are finished school and successfully on their own. I think I can stick it out, but who know what will happen. I'd love it to be sooner! Have fun and enjoy the 'ride'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
appr216 Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Congrats and enjoy the next phase of your life. Hugs, Judi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamelaA Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Dory, Congrats on the retirement. Did you feel a big weight lift off your shoulders? I too was in a job I hated and the day I walked out the door to retire was one of my happiest days. They are right about time management. I don't do a very good job with it. Pamela Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennan100 Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Yay Dory! I'm sooooo jealous! I ahve to keep going awhile yet, but I'd do it tomorrow if I could! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyAboutQuilting Posted March 26, 2010 Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 Congrats Dory! Now we can look forward to many, many beautiful quilts coming off your Millie! I too would love to retire and be able to quilt all the time but I have the medical insurance for my DH and I so I can't do it yet. I just turned 55 so I will have 7 years to go. But that's ok because we have "a plan" and I really, really enjoy my day job, and we all know how quickly 7 years can go by. So have fun splitting your time up between your ponies and your quilts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoryJM Posted March 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2010 You guys are all great! I truly did feel a weight lift when I told my boss; I don't even mind going to work so much anymore. Everytime I'm dealing with someone or something negative, I just smile to myself and know that there is an end in sight! Medical insurance will be scary for us when Dennis retires. With my back being a pre-existing condition, I'm not sure what kind of coverage we'll be able to get. But I'm going to cross that bridge when I come to it. I hope I can keep building my business and give up the other jobs taking minutes; but even if that takes awhile, it won't matter. Other than being at the actual meetings, all work for them is from home! Life is looking up!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBQLTN2 Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 Good Luck to you Dory, so happy for your decision. I know you will do great!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matildanme Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 Congrats on your retirement I just had a peek on your blog...you are so right, life is too short enjoy! cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 CONGRATULATIONS DORY.!!!!! this is such exciting news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stagecl Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 Congratulations on your retirement. What fun you will have:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted March 27, 2010 Report Share Posted March 27, 2010 Oh, I pray you just have the bestest time ever/.......... rest up then quilt up.. but enjoy... RitaR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcquilting Posted March 28, 2010 Report Share Posted March 28, 2010 Congrats Dory on this new chapter of your life!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinneaMarie Posted March 28, 2010 Report Share Posted March 28, 2010 Big congrats!!! Yippee and yahoo cowgirl!!! I'm sooo happy for you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibbyG Posted March 29, 2010 Report Share Posted March 29, 2010 Congratulations, Dory. Life is short so enjoy your time. Maybe you'll find your back problems subside now that you're not under so much stress. Let's hope so, anyway. I'm so envious when I hear about your riding. I'd love to have a horse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocoholic Posted March 29, 2010 Report Share Posted March 29, 2010 Congratulations, Dory. Retirement is great, even if I, like you, have retired into a business of quilting and being an APQS rep. It is a fun way to not quite retire! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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