Re-tired: New Tread

Are you a dog person or a cat person? In this episode you'll hear how the pets of a lifetime have impacted Tina and Sue, making them very much dog and/or cat people. Dog people are said to be very loyal, outgoing, energetic, positive, sociable, and easy going. Cat people are independent, low-maintenance, like to try new things, curious, creative, and elusive. Jiji cuddles in for the conversation that veers from the sad tale of a Canada goose to the joys of venerated animal family.

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Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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Are you energized more by being alone or in the midst of social interaction? Do you feel drained by people and need your privacy, or do you love to talk with all kinds of people? Would you feel comfortable on a podcast? Tina and Sue share their thoughts about introverts & extroverts. Can you guess how they identify?

References:

Psychology.com. Introversion / Extroversion Test / Quiz Score

Psychology Today https://search.app/ipQRApQg9tUHY6C66

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Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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Even as Sue fondly recounts Valentine days of yore,

her pessimism is undeniable. Meanwhile, Tina draws a comparison of VD to ED. Both gals have learned that romantic ideals, filled with fairy tale flaws, cannot replace mutuality in authentic love. Wishing you all a very happy Valentine's Day!

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Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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To Sue's chagrin, Tina is fascinated/not fascinated by Sue's topic choice, showing no excitement, no heartbeat! Tina sets a seanario where she's wearing a loincloth and looking for Bob, the tea seller in an ancient market some 10,000 years ago. What? From navigating Norway, to the Mayan apocalypse, the gals have a fun convo!

References:

"The History of the Calendar", www.calendar.com

"How the Chinese Calendar Got its Order", scientificamerican.com

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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Tina is asking and answering questions about life's purpose. Unsuprisingly, Sue misunderstands the assignment! She and Tina talk to and past each other from different life perspectives, Sue very philosophically, and Tina literally. Tina embraces her teacher self and opens up to possibilities to "teach life".

References:

Alanis Morissette, "One Hand in My Pocket"

"How to know your life purpose in 5 minutes" by Adam Leipzig, TEDx Talks; youtu.be

"The Laws of Human Nature" by Robert Greene

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Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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Tina shares her initial thoughts upon arriving to Norway, adapting to the time change, first reactions to the change in presidency, birthright & citizenship, and about checks & balances. So many topics come up: language acquisition, socialized/private medical care, remote work and learning, public transportation, and pandemic impacts. Tina even saw a "Mimi" in Norway, wearing its winter wear! Sue makes a call out to Galgos del Sol!

Links: galgosdelsol.org; Galgos del Sol on Facebook

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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Inauguration Day speaks for itself.

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Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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Tina announces her exciting next adventure! She's packing her bags and heading off to Norway! Tina is on a quest to check out options for dual citizenship and work potential. Of course, while there, she will embrace her Norwegian culture, continue her family legacy of skiing, and build deeper bonds with her family.

Photo by Tina Lokkbokk

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Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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Showgirls, mobsters, gambling, and shrimp. Is it true that what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas? The gals start their new season by spilling the beans on a tiny, few of their Vegas experiences and impressions.

References:

history.com; westgateresorts.com

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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The gals start their new season with a bang and a BONUS episode! The SOCIAL SECURITY FAIRNESS ACT is a game changer for retired teachers! Even with it, Tina and Sue have some advise for new teachers and those thinking of becoming teachers.

References:

cbs.com

Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics

Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of After the Burn & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.com

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email: [email protected]

This 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.

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