Retirement isn't for sissies (Page 2): Welcome to UHH. When I joined I didn't know what to expect, however i was pleasantly surprised! Lots of well informed people, many newbies, and...

Dlevon Loc: New Jersey

doduce wrote:

New to the forum, so looking forward to getting great insight, expertise, guidance and coaching from the collective.

Retired twice--from the US Army and SAS, a big software company. After years of film photography and then some down time, I got back into photography couple of years ago when I bought a D90. Shoot Nikons exclusively and use Elements 11--and recently Lightroom 5--for post-processing.

Welcome to UHH. When I joined I didn't know what to expect, however i was pleasantly surprised! Lots of well informed people, many newbies, and like all groups , a few bad characters! I'm sure you'll love it. Happy shooting!

Brucej67 Loc: Cary, NC

Welcome neighbor, I notice you live in my town, if you are not a member of Bass Lake Photography Club let me invite you to come join us, the meeting night is the second Tuesday of every month at Bass Lake building.

doduce wrote:

New to the forum, so looking forward to getting great insight, expertise, guidance and coaching from the collective.

Retired twice--from the US Army and SAS, a big software company. After years of film photography and then some down time, I got back into photography couple of years ago when I bought a D90. Shoot Nikons exclusively and use Elements 11--and recently Lightroom 5--for post-processing.

Jim S Loc: Barrington RI, DC now Hilton Head,

Frapha wrote:

Welcome to the Hog and enjoy retirement. I love it -- not sure how I ever found time for a job!

Right, where does all the time go and so fast??

steveo52 Loc: Rhode Island and Ocala Florida

Jim S wrote:

Right, where does all the time go and so fast??

Barrington, RI, eh? Am a native of RI have lived in Providence, Cranston and now Johnston. Smart move getting out of the smallest and most corrupt state in the union. And our governor, fondly named "Governor Gump".............nuff said. :)

Jim S Loc: Barrington RI, DC now Hilton Head,

steveo52 wrote:

Barrington, RI, eh? Am a native of RI have lived in Providence, Cranston and now Johnston. Smart move getting out of the smallest and most corrupt state in the union. And our governor, fondly named "Governor Gump".............nuff said. :)

Graduated from BHS in 1966. Moved to Alexandria, VA in 1978 and retired in Hilton Head in 2010.

Two sister still live in R.I. one and her husband own the restaurant Local 101.

Glad I left. DC was great as is Hilton Head

Neweagle Loc: Wales UK

Welcome to the HOG.. Just joined the retired ranks and so look forward to down time..

jonsommer Loc: Usually, somewhere on the U.S. west coast.

I'm new to the forum as well, and so far I'm beyond favorably impressed with what I've seen here. I haven't seen a single case of arrogant arguing about whether Canon, Nikon or Sony (etc) is better, just very helpful and insightful comments from knowledgable and friendly people.

Welcome aboard!

sye Loc: The Old Dominion Near DC

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Retired twice--from the US Army and SAS, a big software company. [/quote]

I always tell my friends and neighbors that they should try retiring at least ONCE. I hung up my suits, ties and white button down collars twice. Once for the fed govt and then the last time for a govt contractor.

I'm enjoying the TV and remote and yes -- my trusty canon -- as well.

steveo52 Loc: Rhode Island and Ocala Florida

Jim S wrote:

Graduated from BHS in 1966. Moved to Alexandria, VA in 1978 and retired in Hilton Head in 2010.

Two sister still live in R.I. one and her husband own the restaurant Local 101.

Glad I left. DC was great as is Hilton Head

WOW small world I'm a 1969 grad of BHS!! We haven't been to the Local 101 yet but is on our list of restaurants to try.

Hope to eventually in the next 18 months to move to Ocala, Fl maybe full time maybe as a snow bird? Our current family situation will play into the decision.

Jim S Loc: Barrington RI, DC now Hilton Head,

steveo52 wrote:

WOW small world I'm a 1969 grad of BHS!! We haven't been to the Local 101 yet but is on our list of restaurants to try.

Hope to eventually in the next 18 months to move to Ocala, Fl maybe full time maybe as a snow bird? Our current family situation will play into the decision.

I went to the University of Tennessee on a track scholarship from BHS

Papa Joe Loc: Midwest U.S.

doduce wrote:

New to the forum, so looking forward to getting great insight, expertise, guidance and coaching from the collective.

Retired twice--from the US Army and SAS, a big software company. After years of film photography and then some down time, I got back into photography couple of years ago when I bought a D90. Shoot Nikons exclusively and use Elements 11--and recently Lightroom 5--for post-processing.

Welcome doduce. Looking forward to seeing some of your work. You're smart; keep busy!

jmccl Loc: Western Shore of Utah Lake

sirlensalot wrote:

Welcome doduce. Will be joining the ranks of the officially retired at the end of my shift today. Looking forward to getting some remodeling done around the house, a little golf, and a lot of photography. Pretty sure we will stay busy. Lol

Better take up night photography for the next week or so. One Hundred Eleventeen degrees will melt your lens. :]

gblack67 Loc: Daytona Beach, Florida

Welcome! I love retirement. Best job I ever had.

elwynn Loc: Near Atlanta, GA

When I get up in the morning I don't have a thing to do. When I go to bed at night I"m half finished.

That's retirement.

Vladimir200 Loc: Beaumont, Ca.

You'll love retirement; I sure do. Please remember, however, as a friend once told me.........only problem with retirement is that we "never" get a day off like the working folks do :) (see, one smiley face).