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After 39 years and 7 months I will be separating from General Motors. They offered a “package” and I took it.

Last day in the office was February 7th; there will be a period of transition and then I will morph into retirement after that.

I’ll need to find something to do in order to keep the lights on at home but haven’t picked a new direction yet.

K

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Lucky Dogg!!!! I'm a couple of years away and can't wait!!!!

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Congratulations Keith!!!
I’m right behind you, mine is March 1st. But I don’t have almost 40yrs like you, WOW, that is quite an accomplishment. I’ll only have 30yrs in.:metal:

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Congrats to you..I won't be retiring any time soon. I have worked for myself for the last 28 years. No package for me.

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Congratulations Keith on the accomplishment. Are you planning to work or do focus on hobbies?

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Congrats, Keith! I've been retired for a couple of years now,...I hope you find it as fantastic as I do!
YES, you will need hobbies, classes, volunteering, or self employment to keep busy!! It's your choice,...that's what's GREAT!
Now you'll have more time for the forum!
Hope all goes well, and keep posting here,
Todd Compton.

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I can’t thank you enough for your contributions to this forum Keith!

I wish you all the best in retirement but please don’t end up getting fat and sitting in front of the TV, stay active!

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I've thought about this and still can't find the words.

But, there is always a need for skilled people. And if you get really bored I've got these old trucks that need love.... and rocker panels.

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Wow, that is something you don't see anymore. 40 years at the same company.

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Come on in brother, the water is just fine.

You will love retirement, I know I do.

Bubba

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It seems to me that the young folk these days are always looking for something else to do and never stay too long!! I for one love my job and when I turn 60 I'll have 39 years 8 months at the same job!! Like I said I love my job!!!

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Congratulations Keith. Hope you enjoy your retirement.

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Congrats Keith,
I retired at 59 (unwillingly mind you) but after a bit I am now very pleased. Don't know how I had time to work. Everyday is a Saturday. I am certain you will find something to keep you occupied.
Cheers

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Congrats!

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Congrats Keith, I did my 30 years at Oshawa Car Assembly, walked out for the last time on May15,2013 never looked back,I still don't have enough time in the day to do stuff, main thing is always keep busy doing something, whether at your house/ shop,go help some friends,but keep moving,you prbally heard the storys from the plant about retirees not having hobbys and 6 months later , dead, I have lost a few good friends from GM,so always be busy and enjoy,Cheers��

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Congrats Keith...enjoy yourself

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Congrats! I am 12 years away but cannot wait to leave the Rat Race. Enjoy this new stage in your life...but don't forget to stay in touch!!

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Congrats on the retirement. Nearly 40 years is amazing!

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Welcome to the club Keith! Congrats

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Congratulations Keith.

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Congratulations Keith! Retirement is a great (although I unretired for the last 4 years part time as a Town Supervisor). You will soon feel like you don't know how you got everything done when you worked full time. Have fun and enjoy life.

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Enjoy!! :metal::metal::metal:

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Congrats!!!!

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Congratulations Keith!!! We all wish you the best and i'm sure you will continue to succeed in your next adventure.. Just don't retire from the board here because we all appreciate and respect your years of squarebody knowledge. And the GTO stories...

Matthew

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I second this!

I hope the "package" was good and will allow you some time to figure out what your next direction will be. :chevy: