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Message started by raydawg on 06/30/17 at 10:03:06

Title: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by raydawg on 06/30/17 at 10:03:06

Life changes, and so does circumstance.....
Adjust, or not, you might not like your choices, however, that does NOT remove the fact you have a choice...,.

I was informed this morning that myself, and a whole lotta folk, will be moved to a different facility.
It is a rather long commute from my home, and I will still need to use the ferry.
But it's to far to ride the savage beast.
And I won't buy a bigger bike for I am on the threshold of retirement.

I will weigh my options, retire now, or in 6 months, or 1 year and 4 months, to get all my entitled benefits.
None of those options will include keeping the gal in my stall.
I will sell her :-[

Funny, how you have this magic thought of making it to retirement, it keeps you going, focused.....
But on its doorstep, it looks different.
As I realize I have no real idea of what to expect, or more important, how I will feel, as what I used for worth and motivation, will no longer be part of a deciding factor in my life......

Oh well, I see a new opportunity awaits, I will with my best spirit venture forth into this unknown chapter in my life

I am sure I will be looking in, I just won't be a member in full standing ;D

You guys have been great, thanks!

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by springman on 06/30/17 at 10:26:07

Raydawg, you will be missed. I can see retirement for myself in another 6 years or so. My intention, God willing, is to ride more once retired. Having said that, I must admit that the idea of retirement is scary. The idea of not having a set schedule, the idea of not having the accustomed to interactions, the idea that we are no longer young. I wish you the best and a long, long life to enjoy it all.

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by verslagen1 on 06/30/17 at 11:41:52

You might as well hold it till you know how you're getting there.
You might find a carpool/bus/train and need a way to get there.

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by Dave on 06/30/17 at 13:33:19

Raydawg:

Sorry to hear that your workplace is suddenly out of reach by motorcycle.

I have "semi-retirement" about 6 months away, and like Springman I anticipate that I will be able to increase my riding. My "part time" job will provide me a car to use while I am on the job - so I will be able to ride the bike to work as I won't need to make inspections in my own car. I will also be able to get more of my chores done at home, and that will allow more time to ride.

It sure would be nice if you could keep your bike for doing errands and going on fun rides. The old girl most likely won't sell for a lot of cash - so it won't be all that expensive to keep. I seem to remember your wife isn't really all that fond of you being on two wheels - so maybe selling the bike is keeping a commitment you made to her.

I hate to see anyone give up riding.

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by raydawg on 06/30/17 at 14:50:28

Thanks guys.
It's not the money, it's is my wife's peace of mind.
Thankfully I have lots of other interest to keep me satisfied.
I am so blessed just to wander out back of the house, or down to the beach, and I am steep in the elements that riding often brings when you escape the confines of the city.
I have three watercraft, and only one gets used, it's not right, I will sell two so they can bring joy to others, as the bike. If I find the right person that could benefit from having the bike, I will practically give it to them.

I appreciate what you guys say, I do, but I think your love and commitment to riding is deeper than mine :)

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by Papa Bear on 06/30/17 at 16:09:16

Retirement is great Ray. Embrace it, don't fear it ;)

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by raydawg on 06/30/17 at 16:42:15

696867666564636261500 wrote:

Retirement is great Ray. Embrace it, don't fear it ;)

Thanks papa.....
I know I will, I really do.
I can already see my book getting the attention it needs, and to really help in my wife's online business....
I have shown you her work, I think, it sells all over the world.
If I can give her more free time to create more of her stuff, well, the biggest compliant we hear is that folks are disappointed because they sell so fast, and they live in different time zones than we do, when we list them, that they miss a chance to buy them.

That is a good thing, but untapped resources too, a bad thing

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by Hamman on 06/30/17 at 21:01:53

I am by no means close to retirement, but I quite a full time job I had gone to school for and worked there for almost 10 years. It was hard to leave and not having a set schedule after becoming self employed. You definitely are able to have more "you" time and really go after what it is you want/need to do while you can! If giving up the saddle for a bit is what is best, do what you need to do my friend! The community here is has been more than helpful in many ways then motorcycles. Tons of great minds here for sure ;)

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by batman on 07/04/17 at 04:38:06

The people who don't do well in retirement are the ones that have no outside interests,the JOB was their whole life and when it ended they had no life ! I'd keep the bike ,at least for a while, you might like a local ride once in a while ,just to clear the cob webs.I think the wife would understand.

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by jcstokes on 07/04/17 at 04:51:49

I retired, two and a half years before I reached NZ pension age. I won't say I've used the last five plus years that constructively, but I've never regretted my decision. Who knows, you may ride again one day.

Title: Re: Bye bye my little gal.,,,,
Post by zipidachimp on 07/05/17 at 23:55:26

Retired, rented a garage, bought 4 bikes, sold 1, still kickin". 8-) Embrace the future!!!!!! Cheers!