DazedandConfused-This is unbelieveable to me! I've never retired at anything(except maybe childbirth-Ha Ha). I still don't know how everything will play out yet. For me it's a guessing game right now. When OPM gets everything figured out and the checks start rolling in-then I'll know whether I need a part-time job or not. I don't need much to live on-my home is paid for and I only plan to travel a day trip now and then; so we will see. My husband wants a Pontoon Boat out of this deal-we both love to fish-so that will be my last major purchase (God willing). I sure appreciate you being on this site and sharing the information and experience you have. It should make it a little easier for those of us that are just getting their feet wet with this retirement thing!!