"During this period (over 31 years) , Jamie (aged 57 and having decided to take earlyretirement) proved to be a very capable and conscientious employee and we have no hesitation in recommending him warmly to any future employer" .
Italics mine, of course. Corporate Separation Form XYZ just cut to paste my name on it
Congrats you lucky devil. I have 5 years (ok almost down to 4 years 11 months) 'til I can retire with full benefits. Last year I only got in about 15,000 miles on the bikes. Then I plan to start actually riding--if I can afford the fuel