A recent article about the worry that economic turmoil is bringing to retirees caught my eye. I am closer to 70 than 60, and my solution to the retirement blues is not to retire, which is possible as long as I am allowed to work. Work, if enjoyable, may be adrenaline for the mind, so being forced not to work might be considered inimical to health, and punishment for getting old.
Millions of senior citizens, fit and mentally nimble, should not be coerced to give up their income-producing activities just because their birthday cakes are heavy with candles. Longevity has increased dramatically. Why not take advantage of men and women with umpteen years of experience? A win for the individual and society is an outstanding deal.
michael g. driver
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