In addition to the expected questions such as, "Do you turn off your patio lights on Halloween?" and "What candy do you give out?", Sue and Tina go off the rails to discuss Hobby Lobby and Chick filla. Zombies, capitalism, Gobstoppers, and jack o'laterns make the grade too!

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Sue's just back from a meaningful trip to Niagara Falls. She and Tina share very different memories of adventures there. Sue recalls the childhood wonder and majesty of the falls, while Tina remembers a stop on her honeymoon of yore. The inevitable question of whether you would dare to go over the falls in a barrel came up. Who do you think would take that dare?

From Sue: A special callout to reconnecting with Canadian cousins and sharing a meaningful Thanksgiving! Your incredible warmth and hospitality was heartfelt.

References:

"Barreling Over Niagara Falls" by Nancy Kelly Allen

www.seasight-tours.com

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Taking inspiration from Tina's recent experience as a matron-of-honor at a friend's wedding, the gals talk marriage. How does cynicism from being burnt by the institution in the past translate into their thoughts on the subject now? Sue and Tina, who both love ritual, agree that traditions such as "honor & obey" need to be remembered so as not to revert to such disempowerment by current and future generations. Tell us your thoughts on why you got married or why you and your partner decided not to marry.

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Tina announces the launching of her new business adventure, Great Dames Experiences! Besides individualized Cuban tour adventures, Tina is introducing her true passion with 'An Introduction to Rebuilding Your Life' retreat in the radically new environment of Cuba. Clients will be immersed in the magic of a different culture, experience a perspective that will challenge them and promote learning and growth. They will come home with a sense of connection, community, gratitude and healing.

Check out the link below to preview Great Dames Experiences. Perhaps YOU'LL accept Tina's invitation to be a part of the Christmas in Cuba inaugural experience!

https://greatdamesexperiences.com/

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Tina and Sue wonder where's the customer service? Tina longs for interactions that leave her, as a consumer, with a good feeling rather than disappointment. Boomer Sue evokes the nostalgic days when customer service was a point of pride. Could it be the years spent at the service of students and families that has them expecting too much?

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This is part two of an important discussion about public school education. Tina and Sue debate the merits of memorization, the scapegoating of teachers, the "killing of souls", and other hot button topics. Tina acknowledges that the gals see things differently, but that their hearts are in the same place. Sue offers her defense of teachers to her colleagues in the trenches.

Reference: "Linchpin" by Seth Godin

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Tina initiates a subject that takes two episodes for the gals to discuss. She even riles up Sue, and emotions rise. This is a conversation to teachers, parents, and society at large. Why do we have an educational system where teachers are increasingly forced to operate as cogs? Public schools need full funding, a dynamic curriculum that changes and grows with the times, where all students are the focus.

Reference: "Linchpin" by Seth Godin

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Do you and your family members dispute the "right way" of doing simple things like how to put on a new roll of toilet paper? It's not uncommon. Tina and Sue agree that there is a "right way" for all kinds of tasks, like when and how to make a bed, load and unload a dishwasher, wash and dry clothes, and wash a car. Must we pushed towards divorce for the correct care of a tube of toothpaste?! The gals agree that you've got to pick and choose your battles. Though, of course, toilet paper should roll over and out!

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From cockroaches , the inevitable zombie apocalypse, and attacks on public education to picnics, freedom , and a full moon on a mountain lake, the gals talk about summer. Tina and Sue send their best wishes to teachers as they head back to school. May you keep the joy, defend the DEI , and maintain your creative license.

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Fellow teacher and retiree, Sarita Cooper, announces her new endeavor, Every Family Has a Story. Sarita regales the gals with stories from discoveries of her own genealogy and her passion in making connections with teaching, history, and learning for clients. From sea captains and a Mayflower descendant, to a Miwok leader with a land grant, Sarita sleuths and finds the gold nuggets of family stories.

Join Sarita's genealogy adventure! Search for your family's story:

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