Trying to make a big decision to retire within a few months is rushing it. I'd say take a year and double check your plan for your retirement. You have to make sure all your financial matters are in order and you have something to keep yourself busy with all the extra time on your hands.
The two main complaints I get from people that I know who have retired is, missing the people they spent so much time working with, also known as spending too much time with the wife, and the myth that you don't spend as much money when you're retired. Don't forget that there is no income and all property taxes and car insurance still have to be paid. Your medical and dental, if you have it, will usually only last for a maximum of 1 year after the retirement date.
I tell everyone I want to retire but they laugh at me and say I'm not old enough.
