It's Official !

Well it's official.. I have hit the age of, well lets just call it the Golden age.. This morning I renewed my drivers license and although it was relatively easy to do, I had to have the eye test and at my age they only renew it for "5" years and not forever, but that's OK. My picture even turned out quite good on my new license. My next stop was the U. S. Social Security Office to get set up for "Medicare"..(oh my goodness) and get my Social Security Benefits set up.. I have been so anxious (nervous) about this process and not looking forward to it at all. But again, to my surprise it was fairly easy. I worked with a fantastic young lady that was so patient and answered all my questions and was so helpful. She made the process a piece of cake. I had to answer a few questions and she did the rest. She gave me great advice and lots of answers.. So I am now an official Oldie but goodie.. My next step is to set up my benefits through Kent's retirement account.. that comes tomorrow.. It seems that for last few months I have stewed over this upcoming process but the people I have worked with so far have made it so pleasant. The waiting time at both offices this morning was very short, so if you need to go to a government office, go on the first day of the month.. shorter lines and not the long waits.

So as of August 1st..the magic age; this all goes into effect.. I'll be up in the great Northwest visiting Judy and her family..that's why I wanted to get it all mapped out early..

My quote for today:

Be Brave

Most of our obstacles would melt away if instead of

cowering before them, we should make up our minds

to walk boldly through them.

Orison Marden