Sue hit some spike strips on her trip to Medicare coverage, and the gals want to dispel some common misconceptions and assumptions. Most importantly, know your own specific situation. For teachers, especially single teachers, the consequences can be high. Know how marriage status can deeply effect your Medicare qualifications. Medicare is not universal, so be aware.To be clear, Sue is sharing what she experienced and learned through her own Medicare saga. She is not an expert, and strongly recommends consulting experts.Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Treademail: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved Sue Britz

When it comes to Mama Bear, Tina and Sue agree on the importance of protecting their cubs, and also equipping them with skills and self worth that only healthy love can instill. Sharing children, whether youths or adults, can be very complicated and emotional for all involved. Leaning in to the wisdom that experience teaches us can help ease hurt feelings.Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Treademail: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved Sue Britz

Tina was born and raised an only child. Sue second of four siblings. Ironically, Tina raised multiple children and Sue had an only child. The gals discuss the myths and truths of lonely, spoiled children and the joys of siblings. Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Treademail: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved Sue Britz

The gals continue to learn important life lessons from the dogs in their lives. In continuation from the last two weeks, Tina and Sue discuss the value of standing up for the values of fairness, kindness, and responsibility not only in our classrooms, but in the greater society as well.Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Treademail: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved Sue Britz & CMeCU LLC.

It takes a village, and that's why teachers say, "The buck stops here!" Teachers take their jobs to heart. Tina and Sue still feel the frustration of that burden passionately when it comes to their colleagues who are on the front lines of teaching today. The loss of common sense undermines the value of truth-telling and standing up for what is right.Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Treademail: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved Sue Britz & CMeCU LLC.

The proverb says that it takes a village to raise a child. The wisdom is in understanding that diverse perspectives and shared guidance by a caring community can best support the growth of children. Tina notes that the proverb actually extends to all of us throughout all the stages of our lives. Part of that sensibility is showing up with the latest "innovation" in the classroom (and hopefully, parenting) of limiting screen time. It takes a village and it takes personal connection. Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Treademail: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved Sue Britz & CMeCU LLC.

Elder women enter menopause so as to provide the bounty of the Grandmother Effect. In the times of early humans, post menopausal were free to care for young, carry lifesaving memories, and enrich their culture. Evolution is smart like that. So why isn't modern society up on this wisdom? Can we restore or regain the valuing of our elders?References:‘What Did Ancient Humans Do When They Got Old?’Franz Explainer and Rebucahttps://www.facebook.com/reel/1350460423689151/?fs=e&s=TIeQ9V&fs=e&mibextid=wwXIfr&fs=eSue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Treademail: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved.

Tina describes confronting denial and fear - and the long wait for an appointment - to have her recent surgery. It's important for women to share their health concerns in order to provide information and support. Health concerns also remind us to CARPE DIEM. Don't wait! Let simple things like a favorite song touch your soul and remind you of the wisdom we all know to live each day. Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Treademail: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved.

Happy 250th birthday to our beautiful country! The gals try to move their focus from the negative sideshow of politics that is festering right now, to positive memories of their childhood celebration of the Bicentennial way back in 1976. The wish is for unity and true patriotism.Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Treademail: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved.

Please enjoy our first ENCORE episode, 'A Teacher Makes the Decision'. It's been two years since our dear colleague and friend, Sharon Davies, joined Tina and Sue as their guest for this episode of Re-tired. While very personal to her career path, her experiences & insights are incredibly relatable by teachers everywhere. Subjects include impacts of the pandemic, feeling invisible, supply shortages, health, expanding on a passion, and celebration. Don't miss Sharon's poem at the end of the podcast -- it's gritty, joyous, and real.Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & GraphicsTina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.comFacebook: Re-tired Podcast New Tread email: [email protected] podcast is meant for sheer enjoyment and to explore our re-tirement experiences and those of our guests. Nothing we say is meant to be given as psychological, medical, or legal advice.All rights reserved.