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[quote=Anonymous]I am 64 and generally very happy. The only thing that gets in the way is too much work and work travel, but that is my choice since I can turn down work, and I have decided to start scaling back this year.

I have 2 great adult kids and 1 adorable grandchild, all of whom we see often. I like what I do and am recognized as an expert in my field (just got an award for that). I have a second home where we spend 3-4 months a year (working remotely). I can afford to outsource cleaning and landscaping and home renovations. I have travelled to 40+ countries and all but 3 states and enjoy traveling.

And I am in very good health. I am surprised to hear that all your mid-50s to 60's relatives have health issues. Most of my friends are healthy (obvious exceptions for a few who have had cancer scares, etc.).

When my kids were 1 and 3 I was stressed out by child care and full time work. It got better, and by the time they were in high school it was particularly fun.

Sadly one of the secrets is money. I am a high earner and no question that helps a lot now. Not sure it helped as much when the kids were tiny though (and we didn't have as much money then anyway). [/quote]

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