Never Too Old To Start Again...

[Jim Pemberton]

I've posted about Ted in the past, but a conversation that I had with him just now was such that I have to share it:

Ted called to tell me he's sold his carpet cleaning business, but thought he might get into oriental rug cleaning. He felt it might be a nice part time business to keep him busy in his retirement, as he just has too much energy and too much that he wants to do to just sit around.

He felt if he grew it big enough, perhaps his two sons in law could take over, as he thinks they could do more than they do, and provide better for his two daughters.

None of this is remarkable in of itself. Many cleaners who sell their business and retire love the industry too much to leave it behind, and they find a way to do something associated with what they did. A lot of the same people have children or in laws that they want to help along to take it over once they no longer do it.

Except...

Ted is 98. His two sons in law are 78 and 79 respectively. I don't think they'll be on board with his idea to them to work harder, but you got to give him credit for his attitude and work ethic.

He's one of the happiest men I know.

 

[Cleanworks]

I've posted about Ted in the past, but a conversation that I had with him just now was such that I have to share it:

Ted called to tell me he's sold his carpet cleaning business, but thought he might get into oriental rug cleaning. He felt it might be a nice part time business to keep him busy in his retirement, as he just has too much energy and too much that he wants to do to just sit around.

He felt if he grew it big enough, perhaps his two sons in law could take over, as he thinks they could do more than they do, and provide better for his two daughters.

None of this is remarkable in of itself. Many cleaners who sell their business and retire love the industry too much to leave it behind, and they find a way to do something associated with what they did. A lot of the same people have children or in laws that they want to help along to take it over once they no longer do it.

Except...

Ted is 98. His two sons in law are 78 and 79 respectively. I don't think they'll be on board with his idea to them to work harder, but you got to give him credit for his attitude and work ethic.

He's one of the happiest men I know.

He would probably be successful too.

 

[Brian H]

It reminds me of the old saying "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life."

 

[Bob Savage]

And I thought I was old!

Sounds like a really good guy with an outstanding work ethic. Good on him.

I am almost 73, and still cleaning daily. I figure if I am still able to physically do the work, and enjoy it, I am going to keep doing it. I could not stand to retire and just sit around.

I still enjoy cabinetmaking, and just finished 3 new raised panel cherry kitchen cabinet doors, one with a Roman arch at the top. I do still have my cabinet shop to hang out and make some sawdust, as well as running a small carpet cleaning biz.

The doors (sorry about the shadow on the arched door - the grain is really beautiful).

 

[SamIam]

I've posted about Ted in the past, but a conversation that I had with him just now was such that I have to share it:

Ted called to tell me he's sold his carpet cleaning business, but thought he might get into oriental rug cleaning. He felt it might be a nice part time business to keep him busy in his retirement, as he just has too much energy and too much that he wants to do to just sit around.

He felt if he grew it big enough, perhaps his two sons in law could take over, as he thinks they could do more than they do, and provide better for his two daughters.

None of this is remarkable in of itself. Many cleaners who sell their business and retire love the industry too much to leave it behind, and they find a way to do something associated with what they did. A lot of the same people have children or in laws that they want to help along to take it over once they no longer do it.

Except...

Ted is 98. His two sons in law are 78 and 79 respectively. I don't think they'll be on board with his idea to them to work harder, but you got to give him credit for his attitude and work ethic.

He's one of the happiest men I know.

Thanks @Jim Pemberton

My wife says I no longer get to complain I’m tired because I’m
Half his age!

Well not half a little over half

 

[Lee Stockwell]

This thread gives me hope.

 

[DAT]

Thats awesome..

 

[Jim Williams]

I know some older people who started drawing their social security check and then just sat in front of the TV all day. One neighbor is only around 76 and now he can't hardly walk from sitting there watching westerns all day. He now has to live in a rest home. Gotta keep moving or you will go downhill.

 

[SamIam]

I know some older people who started drawing their social security check and then just sat in front of the TV all day. One neighbor is only around 76 and now he can't hardly walk from sitting there watching westerns all day. He now has to live in a rest home. Gotta keep moving or you will go downhill.

My 78 year old dad hikes everyday at Redrock in Vegas, and Uber’s 4-5 hours a day.

 

[hogjowl]

And then there’s Bawb

 

[Zee]

I don't know guys.....if I'm facing the idea of moving around a Chinese 90 line soaking wet at the age of 98... Please come and take me away and bring a shovel.

 

[Jim Pemberton]

And then there’s Bawb

Bob is the Keith Richards of the cleaning industry. He has survived longer than anyone might expect, and is all charisma and charm while he keeps cheating death

 

[Cleanworks]

And then there’s Bawb

watching Judge Judy keeps him young.

 

[Bob Pruitt]

Had a guy in a golf community tell me I needed to join them on the course. I told him this (pointing at the van) is my golf.
My watch exercise app spins and tells me I met my exercise goal almost every day. Very happy doing this.

 

[hogjowl]

“Charm”

BAHAHAHA!

 

[Mark Saiger]

I've posted about Ted in the past, but a conversation that I had with him just now was such that I have to share it:

Ted called to tell me he's sold his carpet cleaning business, but thought he might get into oriental rug cleaning. He felt it might be a nice part time business to keep him busy in his retirement, as he just has too much energy and too much that he wants to do to just sit around.

He felt if he grew it big enough, perhaps his two sons in law could take over, as he thinks they could do more than they do, and provide better for his two daughters.

None of this is remarkable in of itself. Many cleaners who sell their business and retire love the industry too much to leave it behind, and they find a way to do something associated with what they did. A lot of the same people have children or in laws that they want to help along to take it over once they no longer do it.

Except...

Ted is 98. His two sons in law are 78 and 79 respectively. I don't think they'll be on board with his idea to them to work harder, but you got to give him credit for his attitude and work ethic.

He's one of the happiest men I know.

I like his spirit... A lot!

 

[DAT]

And I thought I was old!

Sounds like a really good guy with an outstanding work ethic. Good on him.

I am almost 73, and still cleaning daily. I figure if I am still able to physically do the work, and enjoy it, I am going to keep doing it. I could not stand to retire and just sit around.

I still enjoy cabinetmaking, and just finished 3 new raised panel cherry kitchen cabinet doors, one with a Roman arch at the top. I do still have my cabinet shop to hang out and make some sawdust, as well as running a small carpet cleaning biz.

The doors (sorry about the shadow on the arched door - the grain is really beautiful).

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I love to make furniture, its very relaxing.

I built this with what i could afford at the time...

 

[Cleanworks]

I love to make furniture, its very relaxing.

I built this with what i could afford at the time...

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Nice dog bed.

 

[bob vawter]

Bob is the Keith Richards of the cleaning industry. He has survived longer than anyone might expect, and is all charisma and charm while he keeps cheating death

Judge Judy...4:00 O'Clock!

in my best Rainman voice!

 

[Nomad74]

Why am I so fat?

I don't really want answers.....Especially from you Marty.

 

[hogjowl]

 

[rick imby]

I've posted about Ted in the past, but a conversation that I had with him just now was such that I have to share it:

Ted called to tell me he's sold his carpet cleaning business, but thought he might get into oriental rug cleaning. He felt it might be a nice part time business to keep him busy in his retirement, as he just has too much energy and too much that he wants to do to just sit around.

He felt if he grew it big enough, perhaps his two sons in law could take over, as he thinks they could do more than they do, and provide better for his two daughters.

None of this is remarkable in of itself. Many cleaners who sell their business and retire love the industry too much to leave it behind, and they find a way to do something associated with what they did. A lot of the same people have children or in laws that they want to help along to take it over once they no longer do it.

Except...

Ted is 98. His two sons in law are 78 and 79 respectively. I don't think they'll be on board with his idea to them to work harder, but you got to give him credit for his attitude and work ethic.

He's one of the happiest men I know.

Jim, I did not think you were quite 78 or 79 yet but good on ya for still working....

 

[hogjowl]

He’s not?

 

[Jim Pemberton]

He’s not?

No I just look that old....high mileage

 

[hogjowl]

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