patmoore Posted September 9, 2014 Report Share Posted September 9, 2014 Retirement! I started full time employment at the Library of Congress in the spring of 1966. In the ensuing years I've been a USAF Airborne Weather Observer, College Professor, Skydiving instructor, TV Weatherman, Insurance Salesman, Recruiter, NASTAR Pacesetter and Web lackey. Nearly half a century is enough. At the close of business this Friday afternoon I'm calling it quits. My child bride (she's only 62) retired a few months ago, my three younger siblings have all retired and now it's my turn. Nearly eight years ago I launched the online store for SuburbanSkiAndBike.com and it's been a wonderful ride. I'm turning over the reins to some very good people. For those of you who also ski I encourage you to search for great gear there. After attending my 50th HS reunion next month we plan on doing some traveling. In January we're kicking around the idea of a western road trip to Tahoe. From there we'll spend some time near Breckenridge and then head to Snowmass for the NASTAR Nationals. Plans for 2016 involve the 440' Nevis Bungy jump in New Zealand. I hope to lower my golf, ski racing, and snowboard racing handicaps and to devote more time to photography and art. See: pat-moore.artistwebsites.com I've had the good fortune to meet many of you at Expression Sessions and races in the past. Hopefully I'll have more time to ride with you in the future. "When you're over the hill.....you pick up speed!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted September 9, 2014 Report Share Posted September 9, 2014 Congrats Pat!! It is good to be retired!! :) Enjoy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted September 9, 2014 Report Share Posted September 9, 2014 Yep, congrats Pat! Sounds like you'll be living the dream. Very timely, as I just found this blog: <a href="http://www.mrmoneymustache.com">http://www.mrmoneymustache.com</a>. It's all about leveraging frugal living to save aggressively and retire scandalously young. ("Retire" in the sense that you still work, but only because you want to, not because you need to.) The blogger retired in his 30s...it's a little too late for me to match that, but I'm getting lots of good ideas from him nonetheless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tugboater Posted September 9, 2014 Report Share Posted September 9, 2014 Congrats Pat! Enjoy retirement, you've earned it for sure. I hope with your new free time we can meet up locally for some carving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1 Posted September 11, 2014 Report Share Posted September 11, 2014 Congratulations Pat ! You are an inspiration to all that have had the oppertunity to meet you. You're one of the Coolest Kids I know :D I'm sure you will set many new records in your retirement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patmoore Posted September 11, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2014 Thanks for all the good wishes! I'll keep plenty busy with a new website I'm rolling out. That and a LOT of travel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patmoore Posted October 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 I'm hitting my 18th anniversary with AARP and they're running a contest asking members to show themselves holding their membership cards. I took it one step further and did a short video. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arneburner Posted October 16, 2014 Report Share Posted October 16, 2014 Congrats Pat. Have fun. You should come join us in Aspen for SES in Feb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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