What a terrific thread!
I'm currently "computerising" all my flying log books. A task that is taking much longer than I thought, because of all the memories of names long past, and trips that, on reflection, were very varied in their enjoyment-level!
Despite all the trials and tribulations of a modern aviation career, I still realise that I'm very fortunate to be doing something I've always wanted to do.
For what it's worth,
Double Back, I think you latched-on to what matters quite some time ago, whether you realise it or not.
Enjoy the last year; when my time comes, I hope I approach the end of my career with a modicum of your good grace.
P.S. Someone else will no doubt be able to point you (and I) to it, but Rick Drury wrote a fine piece about entering retirement. Anyone able to post it?