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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I quit a high paying job several months ago, in mid-40s, and DH keeps telling everyone that I retired. I so much don’t want to work ever again, as there are so many fun activities that are free. For example, free live fitness classes on Zoom, free movies at the community center, free movies and events at the embassies, and free walks and bike rides with family and friends. I take some free history classes and also Spanish classes (not free but very affordable). Our mortgage is paid off. We have 2 kids that are already adults and quite independent financially. [/quote]

This is me too - mid 40's and I'll be retired beginning of 2024. DH is still working but won't make enough so we are dipping into our savings. Kids are still not in college but we have enough saved for college. I just don't understand when people ask what are you going to do with your time when there's so much you can do and by your own choice for once! People rather have someone else dictate what they do. OP, you should join a FIRE group where they may have the same mindset as you otherwise you will be surrounded by people who will tell you that working for someone else/for money has to be how you live. It's your life, make your choices that can optimize your happiness. [/quote]

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