history: My friend took early retirement recently and he and his wife are jetting all over the world, having a wonderful time. I wish I could do that! A friend of mine took early retirement recently and he and his wife are traveling all over the world. That sounds like so much fun!
current: I know - I wish I could do that. They've been to France, Italy, Croatia and Chile so far - I'm sitting in NC!
next: I totally get why you feel that way.  Your time will come soon.