Terry Bond Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Well, after 21 years with the same company helping to recruit and hire healthcare professionals, I've officially RETIRED! Of course I've done it before when I retired after 23 years in the U.S. Navy, but this time I'm not wondering what my second career will be- it's already happened, and it certainly was enjoyable and so satisfying. To think the people we hired made such a difference in peoples lives is awesome. Proud also of the projects I initiated to hire our veterans. Those talented hospital corpsmen and medics can do so much more than what is normally allowed in the civilian world, and now we're successfully breaking down barriers for them and putting their experience and skills to work in the right place. Friday was officially my last day at work, although I'll go back later this week for my retirement luncheon and to pick up a few things still in the office. I woke up this morning without an alarm clock, didn't have to fight traffic, and spent the day leisurely sorting and packing for Hershey. Best part of this is I won't need to work by axx off so I can go, ain't worried about what's going on while I'm gone, and won't have to unscramble some crisis when I get back. Sweeeeeeettttttt! So-if I walk by at Hershey with a kinda frozen smile on my face just figure I'm having a really great time! Terry 19 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Congradulations! Welcome to the "club"............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC Fuhrman Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Congratulations Terry - see you in about 26 years..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simnut Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 (edited) Hey, I'm busier now than before I was retired! Well....only doing stuff I wanna do now! O:) Congrats sir! Edited October 1, 2018 by Simnut (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeke01 Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 You know it’s time to retire when, in the graph of your career your “have enough” line intersects with your “had enough” line. Congratulations! Zeke 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Frazee Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Congratulations Terry! This hobby of ours will keep you as busy as you will ever want to be. Enjoy your retirement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter J.Heizmann Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 (edited) Congratulations, Terry... Agree it is a great feeling waking up knowing you are now the scheduler (except in your case when Susan takes charge...? ) Yesterday it was 1 1/2 years since I retired. My only regret was I should have done it 5 years ago. Regards, Peter J. Edited October 1, 2018 by Peter J.Heizmann (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
46 woodie Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 I'm retired 8 years now and after commuting into NYC every day, I can honestly say I'm probably a lot healthier in both body and mind. The stress of going into the city every day was slowly killing me. I'm like Simnut and busier now than ever, playing with my toys. The only difference now is that I can do it at my leisure and not try to cram everything into a weekend. Best move you will ever make. There is an old saying, "when someone is on their deathbed, you never hear someone say I should have worked longer". Congratulations Terry, I don't personally know you but if I do see you at Hershey I will defiantly shake your hand! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcarfudd Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Retirement day is when you can walk into the boss's office and say: "You want me to do WHAT by WHEN?" My last day of work, almost 27 years ago, was on a Friday. Someone in the office asked me what was the first thing I would do the next day. I said I didn't know, but that I DID know what I was going to do at 6 o'clock Monday morning. "What?" "ROLL OVER!" All the best.! Gil Fitzhugh the Elder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillip Cole Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Congratulations! So what's next in your plan??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Terry congratulations but I don't ever want to think of that word. When they boot me out of here I will head to Wal-Mart and be a greeter! I am going to send you a picture of a sign you MAY want. Double porcelain. I am selling a few things that have not made it on to the walls as this little racing hobby of mine has turned out to be a wee bit expensive!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walt G Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Congratulations Terry. Wish you the very best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hupp36 Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Congratulations Terry, As an old car guy, I am sure you will not just sit in a rocking chair and watch the world go by. Hershey is just around the corner, a great place to relax and see some great cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John S. Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 Terry, that is great to hear. Enjoy it. You have earned it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John348 Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 3 hours ago, Terry Bond said: I woke up this morning without an alarm clock, didn't have to fight traffic, and spent the day leisurely Terry Terry best of luck! There is nothing like a NATURAL WAKE-UP! It is great to hear when someone retires because they did not want to go to work anymore rather then the physically just can't go to work anymore 2 hours ago, 46 woodie said: I'm retired 8 years now and after commuting into NYC every day, I can honestly say I'm probably a lot healthier in both body and mind. The stress of going into the city every day was slowly killing me. I'm like Simnut and busier now than ever, playing with my toys. The only difference now is that I can do it at my leisure and not try to cram everything into a weekend. Best move you will ever make. There is an old saying, "when someone is on their deathbed, you never hear someone say I should have worked longer". Congratulations Terry, I don't personally know you but if I do see you at Hershey I will defiantly shake your hand! Three years for me now, and that NYC commute never got any easier after 40 years! I am sure you miss the Long Island Rail Road as much as I do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
46 woodie Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 John, the Long Island "Snail" Road was one of the major factors pushing me to retire. Possibly the worst railroad in the nation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlier Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 Congratulations on your retirement Terry! So, do you start work on your retirement "Honey Do" list after you get back from Hershey? ? Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plymouthcranbrook Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 I have to say that one of the best decisions I made in my life was to leave the 40 year rat race at age 62. I hope you enjoy your retirement as much as I have enjoyed mine so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frantz Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 Congrats! So less time on the forum and more time in the cars right? Happy trails! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_S_in_Penna Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 Terry, we wish you the best in whatever you want to do. Be sure to keep your mind and skills occupied so you'll be as alert decades from now as you are now! Don't eat breakfast at 10 o'clock and wonder where the morning went! Of course, car fans can always have something to occupy their attention. Isn't it great to have a hobby? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted October 2, 2018 Author Share Posted October 2, 2018 Thanks for all the thoughts. Oh, what a list I've got! First priority when I get back from Hershey is to get ready for our annual MG Club Tech Session/"open garage"" day here. Always fun but I've always been stretched to do everything (clean out the garage, etc) because of work. Now I can dedicate the time needed. Also have one MG to finish restoring, two more cars waiting their turn, lots of house-type stuff to get caught up on, addling on to the back of the garage, two new antique showcases to restore, various collections to sort out and better manage, and I'll still be speaking to groups of transitioning military veterans as they make their journey to civilian life, etc.etc. Then there are all those retired car friends nearby. I've already been asked to help strip an MG Parts car, help organize a model T tour and of course I'm very aware that all conversations will begin with..."since you are retired, can you...." Yes, Susan has been very encouraging and no doubt, she plans to help keep me occupied. I can remember being asked in college what I really wanted to do. My only two requirements were that I had to be proud to tell people where I worked, and I had to be satisfied with what I did. In both careers I feel I've accomplished that. Terry 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbirchmire Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 Congrats Terry on a well deserved retirement. I am a month away myself Lord willing. Talk to you next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 Congratulations Terry!, Now you and Susan can tour more with us - missed you on the Glidden Tour in Twin Falls, Idaho. Now Sue can have twice as much husband on half as much income? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHuDWah Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 Congratulations! My 15th retirement anniversary was yesterday. Now, every day is Saturday! ? The only problem I've found is it's easy to fall into the trap of "Meh...that can wait 'til tomorrow." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 After 37 years my Son took over the restoration biz 2+ years ago yet I still come to work every day. Not quite as many hours but I'm here doing what I can. I hoped that not being the decision maker would be less stressful but it's not. Very proud of my Son and don't tell him this but he is better at restoring cars and day to day operation of the shop than I ever was. If I ever get to the point where I don't look forward to Monday mornings I guess I will fully retire. My 51st Hershey next week and I'll be there talking to customers and potential customers. There truly is no cure for the antique car disease. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JACK M Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 Every day is a Saturday. I found that when I retired I didn't have time for anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leon bee Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 I've had a couple people ask me how long it takes to adjust to retirement. Based on mine and my wife's experience, I say "about a day and a half." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kings32 Posted October 2, 2018 Share Posted October 2, 2018 I retired 24 years ago. I adjusted a week before I retired . Terry your will injoy every day as long you don't mess up your other leg . King32. PS Iwas 50 when I retired . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 Congrats Terry, only difference for me was to turn the alarm clock off. Had been telecommuting since 2004 when my employer finally agreed I had better computers at home than in the office. Sill enjoying cars that have AC & still talk to them with computers just a little more complicated than a Prince Onboard Computer now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mark McAlpine Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 Congratulations on your well-deserved retirement, Terry! And what a fitting way for you to celebrate--by going to Hershey and finding some great treasures in the flea market, antique stores, and Allentown paper show. Enjoy your retirement. As Marty Roth pointed out, you should have a little more time to do all the antique car-related things you enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pont35cpe Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 When I retired I thought "What will they do without me", shortly I realized they(employer) put someone in place of me and never even missed me. So enjoy your retirement and don`t look back.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted October 22, 2018 Author Share Posted October 22, 2018 39 minutes ago, pont35cpe said: When I retired I thought "What will they do without me", shortly I realized they(employer) put someone in place of me and never even missed me. So enjoy your retirement and don`t look back.. i guess it's a natural reaction to think about the folks left behind in the office to continue fighting the same battles over and over again, especially for those who have leaned on me over the years and sought advice. But - I'm sure I'll be missed mainly for the stories of weekend escapades and trips with the old cars . I'll never forget the "retirement" speech Howard Scotland gave when he retired from the AACA Board of Directors - he stuck his finger into a glass of water, pulled it out and asked us what size of hole was left behind! Hershey was a blast and the best part was NOT going back to work on Monday morning. Next year I'm going to try and stay over for the Hershey Hangover Tour! Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Dobbin Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 The end of the year marks 18 years of Saturdays. I sold out at 55 and my only regret is that I didn't do it at 50. Business was fun, but retirement is funner. Congratulations! Enjoy. Regional Tours, Founders Tours, Sentimental Tours & Glidden Tours in addition to the local tours. I'm not saving my cars for some street rodder, I plan to use them up and redo them as long as I can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hidden_hunter Posted October 23, 2018 Share Posted October 23, 2018 Only 37 years to go.... This year marks 10 years since I started working professionally Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooney3100 Posted October 23, 2018 Share Posted October 23, 2018 Good for you Terry......May you have Happier times ahead......My wife and I will be joining you with our retirement the end of this year....Can't wait...:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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