Why?

If you know me, you understand what I huge football fan I am. I have a deep love for the game (especially my Steelers). It may not match my excitement for the game of hockey, but it does come a close second.

A few days ago, Brett Favre decided that maybe he should come out of retirement (again) and play football. This is the second time he will come out of retirement, if he really decides to do so. Retirement is a huge deal. When I think about where I'd like to be by the time I'm 70, the word "retired" is most definitely my preferred option. However, this takes a lot of planning. I would prefer to know 100% that I could take care of myself (and my spouse), as well as my children and grandchildren. Bottom line: a lot of hard work, and a lot more money to be saved. Still, totally doable. I doubt anyone would argue that it would be nice to have all of this by the time you're 39 years of age.

Look, Mr. Favre, we all have to think pretty heavily about retirement. But to be at such a young age and have complete financial stability for generations to come AND to go out on the top of your game? I think this is something most individuals only dream of.

All I'm saying is that when anyone decides to retire, it means you stop doing what you've been doing for a living. So, Brett Favre, STOP! Not only are you causing me to roll my eyes when ESPN covers another "coming out of retirement" story, but in the end it's like someone telling me the story of the little boy who cried wolf. I've heard it for many years, and it, as well as you playing football, is getting really old.