One year retired. The good and the not so good.

What an amazing year of..... doing nothing!
#buzzretirementgarage #retirement #earlyretirement

[@erikkarhu3706]

1 year for me too! I love taking naps when I want to, eating only when I want to, not because it's scheduled. I feel stress free, lost weight and am truly happy. Sunday is weird, don't have that stress about going to work on Monday. Most the time I don't know what day of the week it is.

[@WheelgunsOnWheels]

Nice. I’m 4 months in and I too seldom know what day it is. Alarm clock hasn’t buzzed once and I don’t miss that one bit. Congratulations on your first year.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You're in "da club". It's great!

[@philipem1000]

I've been retired for 16 years. And I tell what day of the week it is by looking at my pill box. The people at the VA told me most of their patients do the same. I get up when I'm done sleeping... That there might be the very best part of retirement.

[@RiaVersteeg]

@@erikkarhu3706 I have not had any luck with the loosing weight thing😂 but for the rest I am just fine! Lots of hobbies, I would not want to go back to work, it is highly overrated! 😉

[@user-ep3ck5re4o]

That’s mindfulness - well done 👊🏻👊🏻❤️

[@ralc4883]

Factory work 30 years, retired with all my fingers. been 8 years love it. One more good thing shopping is better during the week no crowds.

[@DoubleTRetired]

Totally agree with no crowds

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

It's always crowded at Costco. Lol

[@mikesfarmmikesfarm3977]

@@ralc4883 totally agree with no crowds(aka muggles). During the weekdays, at 9am I am almost the only one in my costco like store.

[@scrapping4shiba]

​@@BuzzRetirementGarageThe old people get to Costco at 7:30 and create a line out front until the manager opens the store early at 7:57am (8am). The old people are gone by 10am. Go to Costco at 10am, you'll have the store to yourself. That's the cheat code.

[@brianmatthews4149]

Stay away from the first and middle of the month, less crowded.

[@ValiantSailor]

Retired over two years. Don't miss the office. Don't miss coworkers. They weren't friends. I share my hobbies with my friends. So love retirement. I now have every day for my passions.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

The "me" time is so great!

[@stevepmo]

same here

[@lynnvarner5383]

Your co-workers are not really your friends; so many people think that. I learned early on YOUR BOSS especially, is not your friend.

[@cynthiaolson959]

I agree - work friends are largely situational friends and without effort on your part, they fall by the wayside. And that’s ok - it means all you had in common was work. You’ll make new friends in your new situation! Congratulations on one year of freedom Buzz!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for commenting. I appreciate you.

[@jeffreyd1156]

That's a great description, "situational friendships". Looking back on past jobs that I left, I'd say less than 5% I still occasionally keep in touch with and less than 1% I'd consider friends.

[@erice9536]

Every day is like I am back in 7th grade and it's the first day of summer vacation. Spend most of my time doing things I like to do.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Great comment. Oh, what a feeling.

[@8tomtoms8]

I totally relate to that feeling!! Best day of the year for me growing up!!

[@philipem1000]

@@erice9536 I love retirement and I was not sure I would.... Forced to retire in 2008 when I got laid off in the great recession. But now I say "Every day is Saturday" -- nothing I can't put off if I want. I sleep until I wake up.

[@gregbarnes1580]

Great attitude!

[@outdoorman7425]

I haven't retire yet (age 69) but imagine same as you describe: it's like restarting the best of carefree childhood years before the worries of preparing for 'life' tookover.

[@brucesheehe6305]

Retirement - the pay is lousy, but the fringe benefits are priceless.

[@DoubleTRetired]

😂😂

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@brucesheehe6305 Better believe it!

[@Gary-pogi]

The hours are great too!

[@flaca1433]

I can’t wait to retire, every Sunday night I can’t finish watching what I want because it’s getting late and I have to go to work tomorrow 😒

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@flaca1433 Definitely in the top 5 great things about retirement! No Sunday night blues.

[@gerriwalsh9846]

I retired on August 31 from being a college instructor for most of my 30+ years of teaching - didn't realize how much it wore me down mentally and physically until I stopped - it feels like a herd of elephants fell off my shoulders!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

That's true. It's there and we don't always realize how heavy that stress is!

[@ericj6043]

Congratulations! I retired after teaching over 31years, back in June. It’s awesome. Still getting used to not having a schedule or having to have to do something. Been busy catching up with projects that were on hold. And the stress level is way down. Days seem long because I can continue to do stuff from morning till night. I don’t have to wind down to get to bed early for work.

[@johnstangl256]

I also retired from academia and have no regrets. The pressures were continual and the expectations unrealistic. We are both fortunate to get out alive!

[@christaiki]

I walked away from teaching middle school on the 27 of August. Got tired of lets say self medicating to go to sleep at night. After 27 days of no sleep, I walked. Never felt better in my life. Miss teaching the kids, but the rest of the parents, grading papers, and just the daily juck can kiss grits. I’m free. Retirement is so liberating.

[@goodtalker]

I live near Yuma, Arizona. I retired 6 years ago and the wife got the house, and 1/4 of my pension. I had to sell off everything else I had, downgraded into a park model home, and have more peace in my life than I ever had being married. I started working at a Home Depot and the daily interaction has been excellent. In three years I will be 65 and my insurance will switch over to Medicare. After that, I might retire and move full time to living on the beautiful Colorado River and soak of the peace and tranquility of the desert southwest. Might even get a dog! Roy, So Cal, thanks for reading.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Sorry about your troubles but you definitely know how to turn lemons into lemonade! Glad things are working out! Buzz

[@davidcattin7006]

Sorry you learned the old adage too late: Don't get married; find a woman who hates you and buy her a house. Sounds like you're doing alright. Been retired for 13 years, never had a wife, why mess things up now? ;o) Regards from Indiana!

[@Da-vl7ps]

Same. Mine divorced right at retirement. She thought she was going to cash out. Only problem is she didn't get anything. Kept my house, retirement, pension. She had to buy other house and new car payments and has worked for 4 years. Will be working for another 20 years.

[@LEVELGAZANOW]

I had to give my wife $2.1 million and our house. Forced to make me work for two more years but I’m healthy again. As they saying goes, why is divorce so expensive? Because it’s worth it!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@LEVELGAZANOW Ouch

[@jeremysensenig3990]

I appreciate the joy evident on your face when you talk about decreased stress and less “have tos”.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

It's a hard feeling to describe but I hope everyone gets a chance to feel the same way!

[@dougmcfee8351]

There are no business friends, there are only business acquaintances. This is the best uncomfortable conversation I have heard on you tube, nice job.

[@susanwilson4695]

Really enjoy the sunflowers! Retired ten years from nursing career. I'm an introvert so managing alone, gardening and caring for my critters.

[@deannmootz2196]

And the ornamental grass 😊

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thanks! I appreciate you being here.

[@cjhoward409]

@@susanwilson4695 An introverted nurse. Lol. Interesting.

[@susanwilson4695]

Laughter, part of the healing process.

[@carrie5813]

I’m an introverted nurse as well. Still doing the nurse thing 18 years in. I would LOVE to retire! 😩 But, I’m only 45y/o, so I’ve got a bit more to go. 😢

[@mydanshi9683]

I ended up walking home past the train station today at the time my train used to get in after work. I walked behind a whole bunch of tired people in uncomfortable clothes plodding along in the rain. I saw the same massive puddles I remember where you were likely to get soaked by passing cars. It made me so happy I haven’t had to do that for five years now. The bad stuff is nothing. Life is good 😊

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

I like the way you described that. I know you don't miss it at all!

[@GTW-1807]

Been retired 11.5 years now myself 😁. Before the passing of my wife we stayed busy and as you say we had each other. It's now been four years since her passing and that has changed the whole situation. But I moved to where my kids/grandkids live and that has helped thankfully.

[@kathleenarcand3728]

So sorry for your loss😢

[@santaclause2875]

Similar situation here, Gerard. Been ten years retired, nine years since my Julia passed away. I live near much of my family and grand kids, which is good. Took awhile to adjust to being a 'widower' living alone, but it's much better now.

[@arnoldjohnson3317]

@@santaclause2875how long was a while?

[@jamesp.7496]

Good luck sir……good move….sorry for your loss about your wife. Only 62 now , retired, but I’m sure either my wife or myself will be there. ❤️🌵

[@williamread8186]

Sorry for your loss. I am 67 still working but my wife passed away unexpectedly three years ago. It is truly life changing. Stay strong my friend.

[@workinonit9562]

New subscriber here from Medina, Ohio. Retired for 12 years after 35 years with a large package company. I am loving it, sleeping in, breakfast, lunch and supper on the back porch, 2 pm coffee break out in the yard. Garden, take care of our yard, bike ride and hike, read, day trips and do whatever we want to do! Congratulations on the 1 year retirement

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for subscribing. With 12 years under your belt, you should be giving me tips! Everything you wrote seems oddly familiar. Lol. Thank you. Buzz

[@keith-pz3uj]

Congratulation! YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE THIS CHANNEL!! Mr. Buzz keeps it so interesting!!!

[@cjhoward409]

@@workinonit9562 My dad at age 91 is still doing most of what you’re doing. Only now for the last 3 years he has lived with us. But he gets up at 8 am every morning. Breakfast and coffee. Does some walking, then some reading then some more walking. Sometimes outside and sometimes on my treadmill. He’s loving life fully

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

He's doing well! My father in law made in just past 96.

[@jamesr1021]

Retired ("semi" I still work about 10 hours/week) now for 4 months and I picked up a guitar to learn and am loving it. Never would have done that while working full-time.

[@FailureatRetirement]

As a retired self employed person, I tried calling in sick but I had trouble believing myself.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Hard to pull that one off.

[@JP-lu9ed]

😂😂😂

[@marysinclair1214]

That's funny!

[@FailureatRetirement]

@@marysinclair1214 thank you

[@josephstevens9888]

The reduction of stress.... that sounds absolutely delightful!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

More than you can imagine.

[@all4mom-xv1hp]

I've had MUCH more stress since retiring than I ever had at work.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@all4mom-xv1hp Really? How so? Money issues?

[@all4mom-xv1hp]

@@BuzzRetirementGarage , boredom, loneliness, and loss of purpose can also be stressful. It's not all about the money.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@all4mom-xv1hp Is that the way you feel? Boredom shouldn't be an issue? Loneliness? I'll give you that one to some extent. Want to talk about it? [e-mail]

[@richardsanty9063]

I Can't get over how fast time goes by. still shocks me after 3 years being retired.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

I hope it slows down a bit. I'm liking it a lot!

[@commonsenseisntcommon1776]

time flys

[@rosarioarquero-martin3461]

Been retired for 3 years now and I'm loving it. New subscriber here.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@rosarioarquero-martin3461 Thank you!

[@theoh6260]

Retiring sounds just like leaving one job for another. The people that were in touch all the time in one job are not heard from once you start a new job. I had that happen to me. Was really an eye opener in to what real friends you actually have. The answer, not many at all….

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Yep. I only miss a few but I do miss the hellos and good mornings from so many people. My heart is hardened do to earlier emotional circumstances so I can get through things a lot better now.

[@theoh6260]

@@BuzzRetirementGarage Yes I agree. The good mornings and smiling faces first thing in the morning are nice. We kind of feel like we’re all in this together. What you have been through has changed you, but it seems to me now you really appreciate every new day. It really shows…

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@theoh6260 More than anyone knows.

[@cjhoward409]

@@theoh6260 I never hear from any old co workers. The one person I’m in contact with daily now is my cousin who is 6 years older than me. We were never close growing up (age difference ) but now we’re both older. Lol

[@larryherbert252]

Friends, not really only coworkers, never got together with any coworkers after work, l just wouldn’t do it, just couldn’t trust them, love to talk too MUCH!!!! Sure there were people l enjoyed working with but l kept my personal life, personal, l don’t like everyone knowing my business etc

[@timcat1004]

I've been retired for 1.5 years. I mostly watch youtube and facebook. But I set a rule to do at least one chore a day. Pick up dog poo, cut the grass, wash a window, vacuum the house. I also bought an e-bike pedal assist. I try to do a 20 minute ride as long as it's above 68F. I have put over 500 miles on it in two summers.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Staying active is important. We walked the beaches of Lake Erie today. It was a beautiful day!

[@davidfolts5893]

Attitude determines altitude, and you, Buzz, are a high flyer with your positivity and desire to help others.🔥🔥🔥

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Awww shucks. Thank you.

[@bobdrago6965]

Stayed in touch with work colleagues for about 2 years post retirement. After awhile, communication fell by the wayside. Don’t miss work relationships at all. No bad feelings, but after you leave, even after 20+ years you don’t exist in the work space anymore. Life goes on for both you and your former colleagues. Retired 4+ years now. Went by fast and it’s still an amazing feeling. Thanks Buzz, you do a great job encapsulating what’s it like in retirement.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for sharing. I appreciate your kind words.

[@tunafish2521]

I will be officially retired on October 1st. I am looking forward to the stress relief. Great video. Thanks!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Congratulations on your upcoming retirement! You're going to love it!

[@kw7292]

You will enjoy it

[@929cbr_rr]

Congrats on year one Buzz ! And here's hoping for many, many more. And yes, I'm 100% with you on the evaporation of stress. That was so liberating.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@choochoo9506]

Shoot, Buzz, sounds like you're just now startin' to get into the swing of 'er. It's overwhelming at first..so much loss, actual grief..it takes a while. But I'm glad to hear you and Mrs. Buzz are making sure you get your cardio in. LOVE seeing your subs go up! Over 21K! Yay!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you. Today we enjoyed a beautiful no humidity day at Lake Erie. Walking the fishing pier and the beach was so relaxing. What a day!

[@fangs1972]

As someone who is longing for retirement and my pension, I find your channel (and humour) valuable.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

I appreciate your kind words! Buzz

[@martinaarriaga7753]

Thanks!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you so much! You should be saving it for your retirement!

[@martinaarriaga7753]

@@BuzzRetirementGarage no worries, it makes me feel good to give to those that make a positive difference

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@martinaarriaga7753 You are the sweetest if I'm allowed to say that.

[@UncleDavesKitchen]

I retired 2 years ago this month at age 68. I was an ER RN and about to retire in 2020 but Covid hit. I couldn't leave my team in the ER stranded so I cancelled retirement and worked another 2.5 years to help through the crisis. I was an RN through the AIDS era (two vids on my cha nnel Cookie Monster & Family Hospice) but never saw anything like the pandemic in my 42 years as an RN. Insistingly, 100 years prior my grandmother was a nurse during The Spanish Flu, a similar virus that wiped out millions globally. Nice being retired, get up when I wake up, go to bed when sleepy. I'm 70 now and do help out neighbors with their 6 year old daughter who is ventilator dependent at home. Nursing is who you become, not just a career.

[@Blue_Star_flyer]

I saw your video, YOU WERE A HOSPICE NURSE!! How I respect you people. The incredible care my parents got under hospice support. Your videos brought tears to my eyes, happy tears. Love the story of the little girl and Oscar the Cat, I think Oscar was her parents coming back to care for her.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

What a story. I'll be checking out your vids. They look interesting. Buzz

[@UncleDavesKitchen]

@@Blue_Star_flyer I was a hospice RN for 17 years including 5 years as a pediatric hospice nurse, I had so many spirit encounters. Glad you enjoyed the video. That family touched me like no other. Final Gift is about another hospice patient that showed me her soul before and after she died.

[@UncleDavesKitchen]

@@BuzzRetirementGarage Enjoy, there are 3 hospice videos. Final Gift, Hospice Family and Cookie Monster.

[@OurRetireEarlyJourney]

Love the transparency you share for your first year of retirement. It does help folks like us that are driving hard to an early retirement.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You two don't need any help. You're on your way!

[@TripleBtrd]

Congrats on the one year retirement Buzz!!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you!

[@josephschmidt2183]

Retirement years go by very quickly. I’ve enjoyed everyday and am thankful for the opportunity. I worked with the same people for 33 years and still keep in touch with a few.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Glad you're enjoying!

[@SteveCarroll-y3l]

The Sunday football resonated with me. This is my first football season not working. I used to do work on Sundays to prepare for the week (had forecasts that had to be in on Monday AM) and sometimes had to forgo watching the games or if I did watch, I had work hanging over my head. This past Sunday I hosted a couple of friends at my place to watch the game and it was so glorious to just to relax and watch the games. I also agree with “reduction in stress” being the #1 benefit of retirement.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Funny how some situations get sooo much better after retirement! Thanks for sharing. Buzz

[@ganderson158]

My last day after 40+ years @ FedEx, coming Sept. 27th 2024. I am a professional manager. Once you leave I know you are gone. Out of sight out of mind.But these points are on my mind so thanks. I am looking to re-create myself & explore who I am now.......I "have to". THX

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Congratulations on your upcoming retirement! Much deserved. You'll do fine. Thanks for watching, Buzz

[@Snitzler4710]

Congratulations. The best is yet to come!

[@Jan-m5c2r]

Having just retired at 64 I'd spent the past 9,5 years working in a dreary company. Some days ago I met my lady boss on the subway. We hugged and I kissed her cheek. "Have you gotten used to being retired?", she asked. I replied, "I got used to it as I left the office for the last time". I just love being retired!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Congratulations on your retirement 🎉. It's a great feeling.

[@andymilton6248]

Good video’s Buzz 👍 I retired very early and love it. No more Monday’s, Wednesday’s Sunday evenings…… The one thing that denotes the week is - what day do you need to put the rubbish bins out!! 😂😂 Cheers Andy

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Right? I only have to remember Wednesdays. Hey, it's Wednesday, did I take the trash out?

[@andymilton6248]

I’m sure you did Buzz, Which means you’re a fully trained self employed retiree! Cheers 🍻

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@andymilton6248 probably get employee of the week! 🏆

[@MeetJoeBlack55]

Blue collar worker all my life, so no close 'worker friends' to say goodbye to, and that was no problem for me as I still had a wife and son at home and several old high school buddies living close by that kept in touch. The main thing I noticed, was the loss of "identity" ... I was no longer a professional OTR truck driver, no longer doing what I loved and operating large expensive machinery, but now just an unemployed bum. That took me awhile to get used to, until I realized how bad the modern-day drivers and road conditions had become, and then I was glad to be sitting safely at home 95% of the time. Now, with 10 years of retirement under my belt and the knowledge that I have saved and budgeted well enough to carry me through another 30 years if necessary, the feeling of pure freedom is somewhat overwhelming and euphoric. I realize we are all different in mind and body, but I've encouraged many to retire "as early as financially possible" based on my 10 years of spending time with the people who count, and the slogan I preach is ... " money can't buy time ". Thank goodness I'm doing things while I still can ! Thanks for your insightful videos.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You hit the nail on the head. Our job as elders is to explain to the young uns everything you just said. I tell my daughter keep the 401k growing. You're only 34 and by 60 you'll be in great shape. I think she gets it. Wish I had a father in my life that gave me financial wisdom. My stepfather always had a new $100 bond every payday when he was working for Ford. But he never explained why he bought them. Maybe in my next life.

[@brianmatthews4149]

34 years in transportation hope in a couple of years at 67 I can pull this of myself.

[@club1fan552]

Great comment but don't call yourself a "bum". You earned your retirement.

[@helencantimagine]

Buzz, I always enjoy your conversations. Having a KZbin channel has made a big difference in my day. I didn't retire; I became a widow, and then the children grew up and moved out and began their lives on their own (as it should be). I'm content. I eat what and when I want and only have to buy groceries for myself! My life is good. I appreciate you, Buzz.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You do seem happy! Thanks for stopping by. I'll have to check out your latest creations.

[@helencantimagine]

@@BuzzRetirementGarage I am happy, Buzz. Thanks.

[@Barbiedoll1959]

Another Great video!!! I'm going on about 20 months of retirement and we are starting to Enjoy the leisure time and less stress.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

So glad to read that people are truly enjoying themselves!

[@finehappycamper]

Mr Bud, I retired a year ago too. Lovin’ it each day. I hardly look at the clock and calendar. Highly recommended.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Congratulations on your one year!

[@bethtropio9210]

What a Beautiful garden. I miss my garden so so much! Beautiful. Tysm for your advice and sharing to us about your retirement

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thanks for watching! Why no garden any longer?

[@2755skw]

New subscriber here - thanks, Buzz! I love your positive vibe and the messages you share. Also, that yard behind you is so nice. After leaving decades in tech, I'm figuring out what to do next. Realizing how much work defined me, I found I neglected hobbies and interests. Now, I'm working on "self-rewiring" to discover my next purpose.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

That's the great part about retirement. For the first time in a long time you're your own boss. Give yourself time and don't force things. Take advantage of a few things you never tried before. You'll be fine! Thanks for watching! Buzz

[@Orange80_VFL]

Congrats on 1 year Buzz. I've been following you for about 9 months and really appreciate your insights. I retired 5 months ago and I'm still in the "don't know what to do" phase lol!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you! You're still working on your retirement legs. You'll get there. I think most of us feel that way at first but you'll find your rhythm.

[@oldwentzvilleguy5435]

Buzz congrats to your first year of retirement. You will totally enjoy your next stage of your like. I started my retirement 11 years ago and the first time did not take. It took three times to get it right. I have not worked a day in 6 years. I now find my calendar more full at 74 then it was at 21. The big difference is I am doing things I love. I just enjoy your channel so very much.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thanks for the advice and I appreciate you watching.

[@glcm1961]

Best decision I ever made? Deciding to retire at 62 yrs old. I'm into my third month of not working and your description of what it's like on a sunday afternoon probably resonated with me more than anything else. I enjoyed my work but not nearly as much as I enjoy not working. I never thought I'd feel that way. I had it in my head that I would work until I was at least 70 and that retirement was something to be dreaded. Boy, was I wrong. Thank you for this video and projecting the same joy and freedom that I am experiencing!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

It's glorious isn't it? It will even get better! Congratulations on your retirement 🎉

[@jimhoge3252]

Congrats on 1 year Buzz! Spot on with the work friends- wife retired in June and almost no one has reached out to her…. She wasn’t prepared for that!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Yep. Out of sight, out of mind. They don't mean to be neglectful, it just happens.

[@Middleagegrind]

Congratulations on 1 year my friend!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thanks!

[@karenhenke9700]

I did the same thing I took holidays too because that would have been too much.My husband and kids couldn’t understand it.Thankyou for sharing this I don’t feel so weird about it.Thanks Buzz

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

It can be a strange event depending on circumstances. I felt guilty too. Like I was abandoning them. Guess it all worked out in the end.

[@archkod]

Congrats, Buzz! Workmates are sometimes closer than family. Think that’s why so many stay at work because they fear the unknown. Agree on the no-stress. Stress really screws up your health and sleep pattern. My ‘have to’s’ is that I have to get up to walk a mile down to the coffee shop to have a brew. Even though I do have great coffee at home. Your Shasta daisies look great.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

That walking is great exercise.! My plant app says they're Sweet Coneflowers, but I know absolutely nothing about flowers. Lol

[@gsp49]

Ive been telling folks that Im "full blown" retired, after being semi-retired for so long. After working with the same people for 20 years, even the ones i did not get along with were like family. Researchers at the school of medicine at Florida State University have discovered that elderly people with a full social life actually live longer then people who are reclusive. I was one of the research subjects, and its ongoing till i die. You name it, going fishing with the boys, Wednesday night supper at the church, being involved with others is a healthy habit.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Being social, and being happy, are two key traits to longevity. I agree.

[@sarahguidry9802]

My negative about retirement: Less money. My positive about retirement: Everyday is Saturday!

[@jackgill2501]

Except Sunday.

[@timcat1004]

I feel I have more money even though I have less. When I was working I was saving over half of my pay for retirement. So now I have a couple more thousand a month I can spend.

[@gpdoyon]

Congratulations on your retirement anniversary! 🎉 I retired January 1st of 2024. I agree with your points. My major adjustment was convincing myself that I don’t need to set daily goals that make me feel like I earned my day off. Now my goals are simply that I want to keep myself mentally and physically active.

[@Aldo-d6z]

I worked with guys for 30-40 years. Fortunately for me I have 2 sons that work where I did so I’m still connected in many ways. Still meet up with the old crew often.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

That definitely helps. Buzz

[@Moshin_Fkn_Mikey]

Everything you said is spot on! I retired a year ago at 55, I definitely spend too much time on the couch lol but the freedom to do so is absolutely awesome 😉

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You'll adapt as time goes by. Everyone changes. Best wishes to you in your retirement!

[@michaelbeall376]

Buzz, I loved your video and congratulations on your 1 year retirement anniversary. I had one of those days today and was just chilling watching KZbin videos. Don’t do it often because I still like to stay busy but with the cold weather here in Tennessee , my 3-days a week playing golf has been put on hold as our greens are covered. Been retired almost 8 years but have absolutely no regrets. 😀

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thanks for watching and be careful with that incoming snow!

[@allenhuling598]

Good to see you are settling in to that low stress retirement lifestyle....well done, Buzz!!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

So far so good! Thanks.

[@johnwiedman1775]

Great video! Good content and your tone is good as well. Continued success with your retirement! Thumbs up on your video production. Your natural style is very complimentary. 😃👍🏆

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for the compliments!

[@ly776]

You hit the nail on the head with #2. Leaving an entire society of friends with whom you shared everything, in my case for 30 years - is very difficult. I didn't really have expectations that I would stay in touch with my friends (as I was in international work - many of my friends are half the world away.) However, only in retirement did I realize what a huge role these friends played in my life for so many years, and all that evaporated. I have been retired for 6 years - and keep busy with volunteer work that I enjoy. But I miss my former life so much. On the plus side - you are also so right that in retirement you don't have a clock running to get most things done. You realize that most of that stress /pressure in your life was mostly you putting it on yourself. In retirement, I can really say "that's enough for today." That rarely happened in 30+ years of 60 hour weeks.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Your words are so true. I'm adapting to this new stage of my life. It's rather easy but there are some voids.

[@markbabcock40205]

I've been retired for 6 weeks Buzz. Still in the 'honeymoon' phase and doing great. Love your insights, keep them coming. They're a big help.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You're still working on your retirement legs. You'll find them. Just don't push it. Let it come to you. No stress. No anxiety. That's the goal.

[@keith-pz3uj]

Congratulations!

[@dscott6616]

Must be nice

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@dscott6616 Actually, it is!

[@dscott6616]

@@BuzzRetirementGarage I’m 45, going to retire at 55 so I have ten years to go. Feels like an eternity lol

[@keith-pz3uj]

Business attire is one I don't miss. The time of deadlines are over as well. What will breakdown next was a big one for me! Everybody's emergency is not mine anymore!!Planning the day and getting none of it done was another one for me!! Maintenance supervisor is not glamorous either!! Don't miss anything about it! Getting to do a lot around the house is wonderful!! Cutting my grass early in the week so I don't cut it on the weekends!! My wife has told me to quit doing yard work as much, people think we are getting ready to sale. I could go on and on! Thank you for the thought process of why we should be glad of so much time on our hands!!! As always keep them coming Mr. Buzz!! Love the new lid!!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You summarized well! Thank you!

[@primitivedaisy]

I’m a retired RN for two and a half years now, and never looked back. I stay in touch with a few people I enjoy talking to by either having them over or meeting up for lunch. I have plenty of hobbies to keep me busy, beekeeping, gardening, exercising and last year my husband built a chicken coop, so now we have 25 chickens to care for! He loves to go in the woods to cut firewood for our wood burning stove and to manage the growth, eliminate invasive, etc. our church is building a new building, so we have been involved with different aspects of that as well. It’s a great time in life! My only complain’t are the aches and pains that I thought would be minimal since I’ve always worked out, but nope, still gotta keep the Tylenol and ibuprofen stocked in the cabinet! 😉

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

I want a chicken coop but the wife is worried that it will draw coyotes. Glad you're enjoying! Buzz

[@Mr.Peabody961]

Retired now for a year and a half. I miss the work and projects I worked on… what I don’t miss is the politics and bs. The people, miss a few but not all.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

I think many feel the same way. Thanks for sharing.

[@subaruamazon]

i have three years in civil service to go. what did u do? what do you do with yourself now?

[@Mr.Peabody961]

@@subaruamazon well, I do a lot of wood working right now. Pretty good at it, so I’m told. Gotta figure out how to sell it, lol. A lot of time thinking which isn’t good sometimes. I try to stay busy but occasionally it’s difficult. Have a little battle with depression sometimes. One piece of advice I can give is, if you have major home projects to get done do it now. This will give you time to replace the money. Roof, driveway, new floors, kitchen or bathroom. I wish I had been thinking about that before I retired. Just had the roof and driveway done. $$$. I’ll be painting the inside this winter I think. Took me 3-4 months last time I did the whole house. One guy said the pay sucks but the benefits are great… truer words were never spoken. I hope your retirement is what you hope it to be.

[@walonguy111]

Buzz, you’re absolutely correct, once you leave your out of the club.

[@SpookyEng1]

I figured that out when I retired from the military. It was strange at first but I got over it.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

That's life. Didn't think much about it until it happened. It's still a bit strange.

[@CampCasita]

Just spoke with coworker. Both retired. I still talk to my coworkers 5 of them at least once a month..Great guys and fun to catch up on lift. We were blue collar electricians.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

@@CampCasita Had lunch with a former coworker couple weeks ago. Last week went to a celebration of life for another.

[@usnchief1339]

@@SpookyEng1 Same here. After 24 years, I see one close military friend every few years. I also have my childhood friends that I meet up with every other year. Good enough.

[@h.f.4095]

congrats on your one year anniversary. couldn't happen to a nicer guy

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Aren't you nice. Thanks!

[@HopeToProsper]

Congratulations on your retirement anniversary Buzz. Having a year under my belt gave me so much more confidence and experience. I agree with you 100% that the reduction in stress and improvement in my health have been the biggest benefits of retirement. A close second has been the control of my own time and ability to travel and enjoy life, on my own terms. I hope you enjoy year two even more. Bret

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you. I hope year two is just as good!

[@suemar63]

Congrats on One Year. It went fast, didn't it?!?!! And they keep going faster all the time. One benefit I've noticed is that you notice the little things in life more---because you have time. There's a lot of neat things in nature that I never noticed my whole life, but I sure do now. I've seen migrating dragonflies---millions of them---in my yard last year. Never knew they migrated. It was an AWESOME spectacle.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you and you're absolutely right! I have birds coming to the feeders that I never knew were in my yard. The little things you do notice more now because you have the time. Thanks for sharing!

[@GowdyStuff]

Buzz - your ready smile and buoyant personality brighten my day. Thanks for the uplifting content...keep it up!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@alastairtopham5939]

Very good video. Buzz is right, Your stress levels are significantly reduced when you are retilred. And its wonderful to be able to pick and choose what you want to do during the week. I really cherish my retirement!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You're exactly right. Thank you for the comment. Buzz

[@darylh2926]

Thank you so much for the positivity! I am still working and looking forward to retirement. Great to hear it is the best thing since sliced bread!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

When you get there, you're going to love it!

[@patriciabarnhart1886]

Right with you on my last day on year #31! Asked for a low key day with no party. I was Director of Operations for a general insurance agency, and loved my time, never hated Monday. But….realistically always knew time marches on,and our staff was at least fifteen years younger than me. Enjoy your spouses in retirement because it’s only so long before one of you passes on. Sixteen and counting for me since my husband passed😩

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

I'm sorry to read about your husband. We do understand that our remaining time together is short. We try to do many things together that I normally would do alone. We explore new places together. Thank you for sharing. Buzz

[@debratateisu92]

In the US, we tend to make our job our life. We should create our life outside of work, so when the job ends there’s still friends and connections. It’s good to be friendly at work, but that is not same as being friends.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Very true.

[@peter-pg5yc]

I moved way toooo much..

[@richgrada4322]

Congrats on your first year of retirement Buzz!!! I truly enjoy your topics on retirement and look forward to new content. I'm in my 4th year in retirement and I thoroughly enjoy living a schedule free life! Take care and enjoy...

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for the comment! I appreciate you watching. Buzz

[@sgj428]

Congratulations on your one year retired! November will be 2 years for me. Losing your work family is so true! Love retirement and not having the stress. I am finding it hard rekindling old friendships different too. My 45 years working always focused on work. Divorced but I do have a small family I am close with. Have a great week☀️

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you. This new life is different but I really do enjoy it!

[@debbielembesis7425]

My husband and I have been retired a while now and can relate to a lot of things you talked about. Enjoying life!! Sounds like you are too. We enjoy your videos and look forward to the next one.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

That is awesome! Thanks for watching. Buzz

[@qq2441]

Congrats on your 1 year anniversary! Enjoyed your story about leaving on a Thursday and taking Friday off...nice move! I can totally relate to your line of thinking...too many emotions to deal with all at once. Also the reduction in stress as you said is a definite game changer. And learning how to be my own boss has taken awhile but think I'm getting the hang of it after 2 yrs 😊. Keep well.... Go Browns !

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

When you worked with people, most of them almost 20 years, and knowing you'll rarely ever see them again, it's tough. I'll admit, emotionally I just didn't want to deal with it. Too many sad life events in the past three years that I'm still working through. Didn't need another. Buzz

[@beckypugh3099]

Congratulations on one year! Wishing you many more!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you!

[@timothypatten8272]

Congratulations Buzz....

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you!

[@lesliecooke2903]

Congratulations Buzz! I love that every day in retirement is different. New challenges and new goals met every day. Keep staying positive. I think it is the key to longevity and happiness.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

I agree! Thank you.

[@cablaze1]

I can relate to your talking points Buzz, you hit the bullseye with the Sunday routine. Another fine video.👍👍👍

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@DrDommm]

Ghoulardi was the bomb. Long live big chuck and hooligan and lil John! Haha heeeeee hiccup😂😂❤

[@stevendavis6556]

Congratulations Buzz! I am looking forward to retiring in 5 years so I can go follow my dream of hiking the Appalachian trail .

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

That would be fun! You'll get there soon enough. Buzz

[@stevenbruce2659]

Not sure how I stumbled upon your videos but I really enjoyed this. I have about 7 years left but I work a 4 day on 4 days off schedule and have 6 weeks off vacation so it almost feels like retirement sometimes. Been at same place for 34 years now and can’t wait to miss it. Looking forward to enjoying my classic cars and camping.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

The time will go by fast. Good luck my friend! Buzz

[@mikesfarmmikesfarm3977]

I did what you did, leaving before a friday for same reasons. 40 years one place and knew 1,000 or more people for long periods of time. Mentoring many.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

I think after a week nobody remembers us much anyway. But there is the 3 month blame rule. Lol

[@peterlyons8793]

Somewhat rude.

[@hkinsight153]

Just enjoyed your post… taking your vacation day on your last day at work makes sense to me. I am not there yet but hopefully soon!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for watching. I appreciate it. Buzz

[@DLee1970]

Congratulations Buzz on year anniversary of retiring. I wish you many more of years of doing what you want to do. I have been retired 12 year this coming Oct 31st. Never missed getting up everyday at 5:00am and not getting home until 6-7pm. Never missed those 2-3-4 am calls telling about the latest catastrophe, just couldn't wait until I would get to the office. It took a few years before I stopped the have too's. 😁😁 Again, Happy Anniversary on your 1st year of doing what you want to do.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for your kind thoughts. I appreciate you!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

We’ve never been busier, 2 acre garden, crafting, home maintenance, daily walks, bargain hunting, exercising, housework, cooking daily, socializing, day trips. We have great routines. We, like you, have no stress and we’re so healthy because of that.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You are definitely busy. Good channel too!

[@DarylZmerzlikar]

Congratulations Buzz on your retirement of 1 year 🎉

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you. Hard to believe. Time has gone so fast!

[@brucebryan3500]

Thank you Buzz, that was refreshing to hear. I am exactly one year from retirement and very much looking forward to it along with focusing on all things retirement because we, my wife and I , would rather not experience the woops should have done that ahead of time blues. I guess you could say I am in "hunting and gathering" mode. Thanks again for sharing!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Always good to be careful and run the math alot. I seemed to be running numbers and scenarios for months and months before retiring. Best wishes!

[@SherryM1968]

I am a fan of the Irish exit and practice it often. Hate saying Goodbye to everyone and not a hugger.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You and I are the same. My wife, totally the opposite!

[@toddkmj26]

Congratulations on one year, buzz. so happy to see you happy! 🎉🎉🎉 we miss you bud.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you sir. Maybe see you on the 20th. I'm buying pizza.

[@JimPopeHiker]

Thanks, Buzz; your videos are entertaining and inspirational! I just retired about a week ago on my 62nd birthday. Looking forward to enjoying not having a schedule. I have plenty of hobbies and love daily exercise so the only hard part will be choosing what to do next. I retired from programming and there are endless KZbin videos on new technologies to explore to keep my mind stimulated.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Double congratulations to you. First, happy birthday and second, happy retirement! You're going to love it!

[@ronaldroney5392]

Congrats on the 1st full year of retirement, another great piece of content that is absolutely spot on.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

I appreciate your kind words!

[@kw7292]

Retired 2 years ago Oct 22. All good. Old friends said what will you do with the time. We care for 2 nieces kids. We never had children so it’s a new experience every day. My social calendar is full. Took a 3 week vacation to the national parks in June. Life is good.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Glad you're doing well! Buzz

[@chrisarrow1]

Hey Buzz. Good news. Your discussion has inspired me to make the leap to retirement in 3 months. I now just have to plan on how and when I make that announcement to “the man”😊. Thank you.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Happy 2025 and good luck! Remember, if it works out I get the credit. If not, you don't know me! Lololololol.

[@kristentheologus-KTechnogal]

Happy Retirement Anniversary!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you young lady.

[@Vangirhl]

Congratulations on 1 year of retirement!! Glad I found your channel. I still have some years to go though. Enjoy every moment!!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you. I'm pulling for you to get there quickly!

[@timothypatten8272]

I did. I told my Supervisor and staff, I did not want any retirement gifts and celebration. I told them, if they don't honor my request, I will walk out. I want a normal day.

[@buffycat4641]

I had the same request. My immediate boss mostly kept to it except for pizza with just the people I actually liked which was under 5.

[@michaelleonard7613]

Same here, 26 years as a career firefighter. I left my last shift the same way I started my first shift. Low with a couple of hand shakes. Don’t regret any minute of retiring.

[@johngarceau541]

I did the same. Retired in February from L464.

[@BeccaSymonds710]

I did the same after 35 years in the same job insisting on my last day being a normal work day, my colleagues went along with it and i havent seen any of them since i left 2 years ago

[@timothypatten8272]

@@michaelleonard7613 Good point, We started our first day of our careers low key. We wanted to finish our careers, low key. I didn't want a dog and pony show. There were some colleagues that I did not care for. I didn't want them to feel uncomfortable in giving me a retirement bash/party. It was best to leave on a good note..

[@JudithJoice-nk7mf]

I sure enjoy the way you tell it like it is. Keep these videos coming!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@ejeanroh377]

I'm back - took my afternoon siesta... :) so, no more "have to", honey do's on the way home, and doing the lawn 'tomorrow' because of the football game, and the elimination of STRESS... All of those are reasons to retire when eligible plus you've planned the cost. Congratulations on your one year! Wishing you 20 more... Blessings.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you! Glad you got your nap in!

[@discoverglobeliving]

Great video! I’ve been retired for a few months, and I totally relate to both the highs and lows you mentioned. Thanks for sharing your honest experience!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Congratulations on your recent retirement! Thanks for watching. Buzz

[@Mill72]

I also retired one year ago (Oct 1st) with 25+ years as a Firefighter (Captain) at 51 years old. Loving it and your spot on with your goods and bads. One thing though in the fire service. You are a family and still hang with the crew or have dinner at the fire station.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Congratulations on your retirement. My daughter is on year two with the CFD. She's developing that family now. Buzz

[@andrewwhite1968]

Thanks as always Buzz, for your wisdom. I'm blessed with friends that have nothing to do with my work so not worried at all about isolation. Only worry is surviving one more winter of stress until I can get to a happier place. Keep the inspiration coming!

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

You're going to get there! I'm rooting for you.

[@BillMaher-e5g]

Congratulations, Buzz, on your one-year anniversary. At the end of this month, I will be retired for 11 years. It’s a joy to watch your videos, and have you verbalize the thoughts that I have had for the past 11 years. Your comments are totally spot on. Most of my friends were also coworkers and I didn’t realize that when my working career came to an end, so would most of those friendships. Without question, I am happy to be retired but sometimes during family gatherings and visits with the neighbors who are all still working I feel like kind of an outsider. At least I don’t feel so alone in these thoughts since I started watching your videos and reading other retiree’s comments.

[@BuzzRetirementGarage]

Thank you for watching. If I'm missing a subject or wo, let me know. After 11 years you definitely have the experience!