[grecy]

> And why is the idea of stopping being a productive member of society at 30+ is a good thing ?

I'm just about to turn 30, and my parents bring this up all the time. I honestly believe this is old school thinking that simply doesn't apply in the year 2011. I go to work to earn money so I can have and do the things I want in life. Once I have enough money, I will stop going to work and contribute to society in other ways (volunteering, community projects, raising kids, etc.) It blows my mind that people still think you have to go to work.