Category Archives: Retirement

Embarassing Physical Exams

Posted on November 9, 2012 by richrockwood

Experience As a Flashlight:   I didn’t mind my office job except for one event that happened each year that terrified me.  Each year I had to undergo a physical exam.  During the exam, the doctor had to check certain parts … Continue reading →

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I Can’t Wait ‘Till I Retire

Posted on November 2, 2012 by richrockwood

EXPERIENCE AS A FLASHLIGHT:  When I was in my 30’s and my life was in high gear I couldn’t wait until I could retire.  It seemed my life was so busy I never had the time to enjoy things.  I … Continue reading →

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