Every once in a while... I think back. It's not easy to be semi-retired. There's always some self doubt. What if this, what if that... If only I had... And I think... Where would I be if I didn't leave my job 3-4 years back. I'd probably be in my old job, I used to go to work around 7+ to have a slow cup of coffee. Work til 6 and leave relatively on time. I'd probably be earning... $12k? Maybe... Not sure. I'd have gained more weight. That's for sure. My AUM would definitely be more cushy. I don't know if I would be traveling every 4 months. Cos my wife is now traveling so often, she probably won't want to be traveling much for leisure. Thinking back... It doesnt sound so bad. And yet, when I was working, it seemed so unbearable. And then I look at my colleagues who were with me at that time. They've all moved on ......