An Insider's View

Considering we retired from the USAF in 1994, Ed and I feel qualified to discuss our insider's view of being retired and blessed.

People who choose the United States military as a career are a special breed. If you are like us, you believe in our country and the freedom we seek to provide for everyone. You probably like to travel, meet new friends, learn new things, and try new adventures. Maybe you are still able to do these things in your retirement and maybe not.

Our life took on a new look after Ed's retirement. For one thing, we both worked for employers who paid us for our work time and wouldn't consider giving us 30 paid days of leave a year. There isn't much room for adventure in corporate America either. For one thing, most work takes place within the confines of their turf and under their policies. Also, it was difficult for us to remain creative and adventurous working 11 hour-days catering to someone else's agenda.

Given that we are still young and healthy, we want to enjoy our lives free of financial and time constraints. Our friends said, "Good luck." Well, we don't believe in luck, we believe in taking action and making things happen. We are grateful and blessed to live in a country where freedom reigns. It would discredit our forefathers if we settled for mediocrity. We teamed up with people just like us who are persistent, adventurous, and who take responsibility for their own circumstances. Every day we wake up with a purpose.

Knowing who you are and where you are going is the key to success in any area of life. As military retirees with an insider's view, we continue to build on our active duty experiences. As we enjoy the freedom to live life on our terms, we are blessed to be able to provide a way for others to achieve the freedom they want and deserve.

To Your Success and Freedom,
Sandra and Ed Hayes
shayes76@bellsouth.net
1-800-852-7695