I didn't mention this, but....
Good morning, all. Hope you're having a good weekend and that you're in the part of the country where the weather is more agreeable than the oppressive heat we've had in Kentucky, or the frequent deluges that have caused flooding and other problems. I enjoyed sharing some of the details of our recent trip to Chicago, and we're still talking about some of what we experienced while we were there. But the last day before we all traveled back home was my birthday, number 65 to be exact, so I now have a good bit to think about. I can start taking my Social Security and apply for Medicare right now. But I would be limited on how much other income I may have until I reach "full" retirement age, as I understand it. So my plan, for the moment, anyway, is to stick with full-time work until I turn 67, when I will then be able to draw my full benefit AND have the opportunity to earn other income without interrupting or reducing my monthly SS benefit. Worth mentioning ...