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Retirement Strategies and Avocations
Lovingly accept what happens with or without good
health at any age. Emphasize God's plan in
retirement. We don't retire from God. What joy we
have to look forward to when we will have more time to
bring joy to others.
--
Kathy Seeber, Newberg, Oregon
Teaching is one of the most worthwhile (and
important) avocations in the world. I have been closely
associated with teaching for 30 years, and society can
be made or broken by our teachers. It's just a shame
that teachers normally work for low wages. It can be
hard to support a family on a teacher salary. Being an
engineer, I am quite high on engineering. It is very
rewarding both monetarily and satisfactorily. I can
highly recommend an engineering career. Invest as
much as possible in the company's 401 K savings plan
as early as possible. Sixteen percent pre-tax money
builds up rather quickly. It is possible to accumulate
$1,000,000 in a 30 year career. If you work for yourself,
IRAs can do the same. Take advantage of company
stock options. Don't plan on Social Security taking care
of you.
--
Bill Sowell, Brandon, Mississippi
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