Butch 194 #1 Posted July 19, 2009 Is it me or has the Dukester fallen off his average of 86 daily posts? Maybe that's what the Doctor ordered! I guess he could be out buying a new wardrobe for next years show. I guess he could have taken his tractor to Charlies to work on it. But it sure seems quieter than normal around here. Butch S. Jersey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #2 Posted July 19, 2009 I was thinking the same thing a day or so ago, DUKE where are you???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,144 #3 Posted July 19, 2009 Probably in the camper in a spot without wi-fi. Mike.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldandred 15 #4 Posted July 19, 2009 :thumbs: hes reading your post and will catch up on all his posting all at one time in other words dont wake up a sleeping mouth Im sure hes on vacation at last like he need one Or it could be hes at the eye doctor getting new glasses after all the big red tent did blind me. or hes out trying to buy a 520 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseFixer 2,013 #5 Posted July 19, 2009 Well I'm not far away! I did go back to work this last week after a 2 1/2 month furlo after the stroke. Why the Dr. wanted me off that long but as he said to me "You worry about fixin tractors, and leave the Dr'ing to me." Ooooooookay anyways it has been a busy week back getting caught up. So thats the whole thing in the nutshell, I have been getting back to work and getting back into swing of things. The time off was great, but it came at a price. I was lucky to escape and rebound as well as I did. Durring this time I had a good indication on what retirement feels like, and I have to say I like it! I think that work is way over rated and I have better things to do with my time! :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Iron 1 #6 Posted July 19, 2009 On a hunch, if the Duke likes Billy Squires, well, the local festival here is hosting him at Venetian festival in St Joseph, MI this weekend. or he's trying to patent his blood color as WheelHorse Red. Just my guess :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,347 #7 Posted July 19, 2009 it's good to see that you're getting back into the swing duke. just don't over do it. oh. and you're right, retirement is lookin pretty good to me too. just wish i could. ahh, someday, maybe <<< Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suburban 550 28 #8 Posted July 19, 2009 Duke, good to see you back in the swing of things. Retirement is lookin' good but I still have a couple years to go. We all can't be as lucky as Butch. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butch 194 #9 Posted July 20, 2009 Well Duke glad you're doing well. Glad to see you weren't out buyin more of those yuppie shirts. Retirement is what you make of it. It depends on how well you liked your job also. Some love being retired and some get bored. I look at it this way. A rainy day in retirement is much better than a sunny day at work! Take work a day at a time and stay relaxed. When ya getted bummed out at work look at people that have it worse than you. Never dwell about the people that have it better. Then you'll appreciate what you have which will make you happier. Don't get stressed about your tractors either. I'm sure Charlie can take care of them for ya! Tell MJ I said hello! Butch S. Jersey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butch 194 #10 Posted July 20, 2009 Ray I didn't think you were as old as you are. It surprised me when I saw your age! Butch S. Jersey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suburban 550 28 #11 Posted July 20, 2009 Thanks Butch. I take that as a compliment. :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bustedglass 1 #12 Posted July 20, 2009 Been retired for the last 5 years. I am now 58, and love every day of it. You see, retirement started for me with FIVE (5) Heart Attacks, open heart surgery consisting of a triple by-pass and a valve replacement. Doctor told my wife on TWO seperate occasions, that I probably would not make it . But, here I am 5 years later, retired, and LOVIN' it ..... Retirement for me has a special meaning. It means that I get to see my 2 little Grandsons, one 3 years old, and one 5 years old, and showing them how much fun it is to ride on Grandpas' little red tractor . Your post was WELL said Butch, and I just want to add to you Duke, and to all of you other up-coming retirees', when you finally get there, enjoy each day to it's fullest, and remember, LONG LIVE THE HORSE - WHEEL HORSE OF COURSE ..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseFixer 2,013 #13 Posted July 21, 2009 Ray I didn't think you were as old as you are. It surprised me when I saw your age! Butch S. Jersey Yer right Butch! Yeah He Is Really Old, Way Older Than Me, I call Him Grand Dad! :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
