Soft landing.

We began the countdown at 5 weeks. The excitement and momentum built.

Now it is finally here. 

Retirement day. 

Yesterday the company honored Macho with a good lunch. He was presented a plaque in recognition of his 42 years. 1976-2018. 

A few words were said by his bosses, fellow employees, and some other retirees. 

Macho even said a few words. 

It felt big and emotional. 

And here we are. 

Retired. 

He did go in for an hour or two this morning to turn in keys, credit cards, and old uniforms.

And that is that.

He has already fixed  the back sink this afternoon.

And. Watered the garden. 

Now? 

We are just being quiet. 

Children and grandchildren will begin to arrive late this evening. There will be plenty of hoopla and noise later. 

It is peaceful right now. 

Shalom.