Is there anyone like me who is in their late 50s and not even close to retiring? I feel alone!
Star7
spouse of retired military
273
04/17/26 at 3:04AM UTC
Yes. Plus I have to make up lost time as a mil spouse for 20. Now oldest Vet we have been helping out, and is experiencing health problems. I do believe I will be looking into higher salary and leaving ungrateful job if I can. Plus extra long commute.
Star7spouse of retired military
273
02/11/26 at 4:22PM UTC
I have a spouse who took the Fed out option, a son who quit his job (he claims he has enough to live on for awhile), and a Vet son with medical, working, struggling with health. I feel so much financial weight. I have some funds, and retirement funds in the sidelines, but with inflation, and life just happening, . . . you can be broke in a snap. then personal relationship has been an on going struggle...leave/stay? wow, I never imagined my life like this, but am self reflecting and I guess some things are like they are because of choices made, and not taking action because so beat down. thanks.
Anonymous
10/30/25 at 12:49PM UTC
I could retire but I don't want to! I really enjoy the challenges and ops.
Paulla Fetzek, MSEdTeacher, Lighting Expert, AI Trainer, Office Pro
3.34k
10/29/25 at 1:06PM UTC
You're not alone. I'm the same. My retirement isn't where I want it to be and with SS requirements, I have to work until at least 67. I plan to work as long as I'm able, though I hope to retire from my current job (I'll have been here over 30 years at that point) and then teach full time.
Anonymous
10/29/25 at 11:32AM UTC
I'm 69 and shifted to fully remote contracting about 5 years ago. I work part-time and from wherever I want. So I'll be working a couple more years. I'm healthy and love the freedom.
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Anonymous
10/27/25 at 3:11PM UTC
I am a few months from 62 and no stopping yet. While I may want to change where I work (commute is getting to me) - I will always be doing something...
Anonymous
10/27/25 at 1:57PM UTC
I'm 58 and still going strong.
Anonymous
10/26/25 at 12:35PM UTC
Me, I’m 59 and was planning to work until 67/70! I loved my job until I was furloughed!☹️
