I retired early from my demanding job at 55. Now that I'm 86, I attribute my successful retirement to a few key decisions.

I retired early from my demanding job at 55. Now that I'm 86, I attribute my successful retirement to a few key decisions.

Frank Noble is a retiree in his 80s.Melissa NobleFrank Noble, 86, retired from his demanding job in forestry in Australia when he was in his 50s.He said having hobbies, taking on part-time work, and traveling have helped him feel fulfilled.He also attributes his successful early retirement to having financial stability and no mortgage.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Frank Noble, an 86-year-old retiree and avid gardener from…