I'll be a fresh 55 with a steady income. Nothing to write home about, but much more than I need for certain, plus what's left of the mortgage is cake.
The days have turned to hours, this is a very strange feeling. I've worked since I was 10 and work is my nature. That said, I've been stuck in an office and bureaucracy for decades. I never found it that rewarding, and chose not to pursue some carrots. Part I'm an idiot, part principle, and part they were too easy a taking and not "worth the squeeze". But I'm lucky, my body feels great and I still enjoy heavy labor.
I'll go out uneventful, no party etc. It's just my nature. I'm real popular with many, while some of the brass and "players" think I'm an asshole. I consider both angles a compliment.
I do have some projects lined up, primarily restoring a classic I've owned since forever. It's in the works, going to be very cool.
I retired five years ago at 46. Here's some advice from the experienced.
Play out all the hobbies you thought you liked and would play throughout your retirement. Then come up with new ones you never even thought of during your working years.
When those play out think of things you always wanted to do but you thought were impossible...you'll find with the time you have all the time you need to make them come true.
And my final advice? Dont sit around and become a vegetable.