It took me a long time to decide to retire and now I wonder why I was so reluctant. I was a professor at a university and loved it but when I was finally done I walked away and never looked back. Retirement has been so fulfilling for me and I really really like being able to do what I want to do, when I want to do it, like being on Quilting Board in the morning rather than rushing around to get out the door. Congratulations on your upcoming retirement. It will be fun if you want it to be.