People occasionally ask for my perspective on retirement. When they raise the question, I look them in the eye and respond, "I want to work until I die." I deliver the statement with a completely straight face. They nearly always look at me with confusion. Work has exhausted most Americans, leaving them unable to imagine performing any more labor than is necessary. But I view work differently. I consider it a gift from God: A venue for purpose, focus, and service. Right now,