Same here, except I get to work in an AMZ sort center. But I have just started my journey into the 60’s decade, and expect that after a few years I won't need to work so hard, if I work hard now.
But I will be slimmer.
One thing my father taught me was to never look down on the “hired help”, since that is how he started working in the 1930s.
Living in New England amongst the Kennedy-esque taught him some strong truths. About how many may be rich in greenbacks but absolutely poor in class and spirit. And be complete jerks as well.
Looks like human nature hasn't changed very much over the years.
The most important words in your post:
‘get to’
You are either a ‘have to’ person, or a ‘get to’ person. I have to work vs. I GET to work, for example.
Human nature hasn’t changed at all.