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Thread poster: María Eugenia Wachtendorff
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Ditto, Ditto, Ditto, and a very respectful big hug! Sep 5, 2006

María Eugenia Wachtendorff wrote:

Jack Becconsall wrote:

At 76 I'm enjoying my work just as much as ever, and doing a good job (I just know that). It isn't that I really need the money (at least until my company's pension scheme folds up), and anyway almost a quarter of what I earn goes to keep this country in business. Forgive me for having a smile at those who think their 60s, 50s, and even 40s !!, is over the hill.
Oops! A mistake, I'm only 75. Maybe something is failing after all.

[Edited at 2006-09-05 08:42]



Thank you ever so much for writing!

Getting feedback from you and other colleagues your age and above would work wonders with all of us. You have invaluable experience to share.

Would you consider starting a "Seniors Forum" here at Proz? Please give it a thought! I am sure you have lots of anecdotes to tell.

A big hug,

María Eugenia


I couldn't agree more. Thank you Jack, and thank you, mew, for your "summary" post which I have copied and printed. I have just added the quote from Jack and will print again.

[Edited at 2006-09-05 17:40]
 
Kevin Kelly
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Agree with all... Sep 7, 2006

At 55, and after 33 years of translating and interpreting, I still actively maintain the attitude that I am a beginner with much to learn. I look forward to many more years of productive work and learning.

To Sofia: Congratulations on reaching 40! But that is not old; I have had pieces of broccoli stuck in my teeth longer than that

Good luck to all!

Kevin
 
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