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[@williamburgess4732]

I have been retired for 28 years and enjoy every minute of it with many of your ideas in hand. I was 60 when I retired.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s wonderful William so glad you are enjoying being retired Cheers 🍻🙂

[@teresalegacy7099]

I retired August 11th at the age of 55 and my husband retired a year ago also at the age of 55. We are truly blessed. Our motto is "Health is Wealth" and are taking this very seriously. We have taken up bike riding/walking and trying to eat healthier. I love your channel and appreciate all of the content.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s wonderful Teresa congratulations 🥳 on your retirement and yes Health is Wealth great motto to live with Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@puduhari1]

1. Health and Wellness (cutting down bread) 2. Cultivate Social Connections (they always have been) 3. Lifelong learning (they do this as part of making KZbin videos) 4. Use Technology to enhance retirement (health monitors, iPad, Ring etc) 5. Explore your passion (photography, swimming, sleep :), rekindle previous passion) 6. Keeping active in local community (volunteer, mentor in sports or business, reading to kids)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Awesome Thank you Cheers 🙂👍🌺

[@jamesdsteele99]

I am a 50 year-old self-employed Management Consultant and will be entering semi-retirement this coming January. I really enjoy your videos. Keep making them!

[@robertross8565]

Great advice. I am in week 5 of retirement. Loving it so far. Alaska Cruise in 2 more weeks.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wonderful! congratulations 🥳 Robert on your retirement and enjoy your cruise 🚢 we have done the inside passage and loved it Cheers 🌺🚢🍻🙂

[@saltwaterjoys6110]

Great video! It was my lifelong dream to have a small dairy farm (with Jerseys) at retirement. I lived that dream at 58 & feel so grateful that I did it then. It was physically challenging as a woman alone, but I did it all by myself and I was never healthier. Now I figure I've got enough projects/passions to keep me going for another 20 years (I'm 70)!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That is awesome! have a great weekend Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@susandevine3907]

Yes, avoiding sugar and flour are big keys to weight loss, less inflammation, and better health overall. Your videos are so enjoyable and relaxing. Thank you!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much Susan!

[@patrickstarnes2355]

I paused the vlog to check my blood pressure. Surprisingly it was perfect 👌. Yes health is wealth

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s great Patrick have a great weekend Cheers 🙂🍻

[@user-hc1xx1px5n]

I totally agree , learn something new. I knew nothing about music . 6 years ago, at 61, i started violin lessons ! I practice 30-45 minutes day. 🎻 Slowly progressing 🐢but enjoying every minute ! Even our dog now stays in the room as i pratice . 🐶

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing! Cheers 🍻🙂🎻

[@bestyou774]

I had a practice retirement day today. Volunteer English teaching in the morning, lunch with the students then a walk along the river (21 degrees and blue sky). On the way home I had a 99 from a riverside ice cream van and at the end of the walk a nice cold pint of Corona. A friend is coming for dinner and a film. If retirement is like this I could get used to it 😀

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

It’s what you make of it Cliff we used to love 99 🍦 with the flake in 👍

[@karenmarr7266]

1. Health 2. Social Connections 3. Lifelong Learning 4. Using Technology to Enhance your Retirement 5. Exploring Passions 6. Keep Active in your Local Community Thanks you two, and McMasters University.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Love it! thanks Karen have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🌺🙂

[@maartenbos8346]

I am 76 and retired at 64. I didn't take Social Security until I was 65. Longevity runs in the family. I often listen to your advice, but it would have been financially disastrous if I had retired at 55. I have now been retired for 12 years with relatively good health and like you enjoy it. Health insurance alone would have been too expensive and would have had high deductibles. While your arguments for early retirement are valid, I think for those of us with a family history of longevity, it might not be the best idea. This is especially true if you live like me in the US.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing we do realize there are big gaps between our two countries 🇺🇸🇨🇦on the medical 🏥 costs , have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇺🇸🍻🇨🇦🙂

[@TheAngela2C]

absolutely agree with you. That was exact my point in comments for the last video. Plus, if you prone ot longevity. Retired at 55 and live potentially another 30-35 years in retirement is a terrible idea

[@JP-tq7ni]

@@TheAngela2C NOOOO. Almost 30 years in retirement. And loving every minute. Hope to live another 15?

[@TheAngela2C]

So you retired at the age of 45 or earlier? Yes, I cannot relate to that. I completed my second education at the age of 50 and started a new job, which I happen to love and enjoy doing. Planning to do it till 70 if health permits@@JP-tq7ni

[@jimwulstan8592]

Me too, good comment

[@vicgill1980]

Coffee or beer to watch this first thing …perfect morning

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Both sound great 🍻☕️Vic enjoy your weekend Cheers 🙂🍻☕️

[@landb3893]

How fitting….went to the gym this morning, made a lovely lunch, and was working on a painting as I watched this….I’m trying to learn Spanish too. Hubby is trying his hand at the guitar and we have two trips coming up to get us through the winter.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wonderful! sounds awesome Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@jpsoso8748]

I am 70 and only recently retired at 69. This list is invaluable. I've spent the past year working on number 1. 😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wonderful! enjoy your retirement Cheers 🍻🙂

[@nunyourbusiness2841]

Your health is your wealth! Love your outlook on retirement and life in general. We retired in 2021 and found your posts early on. We’re excited for each new episode. Keep it up!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you so glad you enjoy our videos Cheers 🌺🙂🍷🍻

[@stevew9405]

Awww Norm, another opportunity lost to mention Pickleball! 😊 Love the techy developments ur making (2 cameras and mic splitting). However I do miss your old send off, "Staying safe and keeping well". Felt like and old friend letting you go until next time. Keep up the great job, love Tina's encouraging smile and positivety.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Next time!

[@nexuzinnovation-com]

hi Norm and Tina, thanks for pointing out all essential elements to keep retirement fun and energized. I have to admit that Swimming is the best exercise, it helps to cool down, reduce inflammation and relaxing your muscles as well.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Our pleasure! Tina loves swimming and agrees with what you say we also have a hot tub and Sauna which is nice as well Cheers 🙂🍻🌺

[@susanacton5007]

Another episode full of good ideas guys and agree with everything you shared. When we decided it was time - we decided to look for an active adult village within an hour's drive of the grandkids and are so glad we did. We have access to a clubhouse in our "village" with a pool and lots of activities and it's a walk into town - which also has an active seniors centre. I'm in the pool every morning Tina! After running our own business for over 20 years and being in sales, like you Norm - we had a couple of "quiet" years to find our bearings, but have since got involved with our local community as volunteers and my husband has joined a seniors curling league - something he hasn't done since high school. We have both embraced all the new technology available and ran some "computer tutor" classes at our community centre for neighbours, who were new to technology, during Covid - which was really rewarding. You ticked all the important boxes with this one. Well done!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s awesome Susan have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@richardbernhard3373]

I appreciate your channel and look forward to your advice

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We are glad to hear that Richard have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🍻🙂

[@willowgirl2635]

We love our retirement so much. Husband keeps busy with running and running groups, I enjoy Thrifting, reading and spending time in the garden. Consider penpalling especially if you have limited mobility, it is wonderful. I am in a group with over 200 worldwide members.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great! 🌺🙂

[@barbaraebner5889]

I agree Tina. I like to sleep in.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

It’s a joy of retirement Barbara Cheers 😴🌺

[@nancyglassman9979]

I absolutely love you guys! I am truly terrified of my self and my husband, becoming a couch potato! But with your help hopefully that’s not going to happen❤

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You are so welcome! enjoy your weekend Nancy 🌺🙂🍷

[@SailorGerry]

Norm - you mentioned your favourite 'boutique' - "Giant Tiger"; well now I'll mention my wife's & mine: "Value Village" (thrift shop). Do they exist in other parts of Canada? Here in Quebec, in particular Montreal, there are some 7 or 8 stores. Tuesdays are 30% off for seniors 60 and over. A lot of items that can be found are new or near-new; but one has to devote the time to searching, and to come back again on another Tuesday. Example of bargains: Hilfiger golf shirts $7-12 (30% reduction not factored-in; at any 'big box' store, similar would be priced $60+); Polo golf shirts $9-12; Hilfiger or Polo (khaki) cotton pants $12-15 (30% reduction not factored-in; again, at any 'big box' store, similar pants would be in range $80-100). Other example brands of shirts include: Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Denver Hayes, Arnold Palmer, Outer Banks, Pierre Cardin, etc. At some shops, the book section is very well- stocked, nonetheless, a little time has to be devoted to searching, as with everything else, stocks change from day to day. Thanks to you both for the interesting, informative and entertaining videos!

[@johnnyboyvan]

You 2 are looking great! Retirement seems to be beneficial. 😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Yes! Thank you! have a great weekend Johnny Cheers 🍻🙂

[@PamSahagun]

I’m 50 and looking forward to retire soon…your inputs are so helpful and entertaining. Thanks so much! Hugs from a follower in Calgary 🥰

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You are so welcome! have a great weekend Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@ardbegrules3973]

Even though I retired 2 years ago unofficially and this year officially at only 48, I have also prioritized health and wellness. Finally got around to working on my core and mobility. After only a couple of months I am both able to touch my toes and do an Asian squat, something I was never able to do... I'm inspired about your interest in lifelong learning at your age. I haven't been able to concentrate on taking a course even picking up a language, but thinking I will try the latter one again... I would add a 7th idea which is working on family relationships. I've been focused on raising my daughter but also being there for my nephews.

[@johnmule9419]

One of your best and most helpful videos. Focusing on health and wellness is indeed #1. Lowering one's consumption of refined sugar should be at the top of the list. I highly recommend Dr Peter Attia's great book 'Outlive' on the subject of continued wellness as we get along in years. So many different ways a person can get involved with volunteering. My passion for the past 50+ years is golf and I work with the First Tee organization locally to mentor young folks getting into the game (It's not just about playing the game of golf but playing the "game" of life as well...).

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s awesome John what a great idea ⛳️ 🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️Cheers 🙂🍻

[@marigoldcarter2879]

Love your cool calm vibe Tina and Norm ❤❤ your advice resonates right where I am… thanks so much!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You are so welcome! have a great weekend Cheers Marigold 🌺🙂🍷

[@dryheatjenn23]

Great video, Tina and Norm, as always. I retired about a year ago, and one of my many goals included wanting to increase my social connections, so I joined about 4-5 different Meetup groups. I have made some wonderful new friends with shared interests, as a result. Plus, it's a great way to explore some different restaurants, venues, hikes, outdoor activities in the metro Phoenix/Scottsdale area, where I live. I would also add that I found it incredibly helpful to come up with a list of retirement goals, and I highly recommend doing that to anyone who is thinking about retiring or newly retired. I have about 30 goals, some of which I have already completed, and some ongoing (i.e, try at least ONE new recipe a week, learning how to invest in t-bills, exercise for a minimum of 45 mins daily, help bring joy to at least one other person a day, etc.) By the way, Norm, I think your Jimi t-shirt is my fave thus far. Very snazzy. And Tina, I love your necklace!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wow that is awesome so pleased for you and thanks for supporting our channel Cheers 🇺🇸🍷🍻🇨🇦

[@missbiggs9437]

Thanks Tina and Norm, those are all great and useful information to keep in mind. To the point of rekindling ‘old’ passions I’ve always fancied taking up dancing 💃🏿 🕺- not just for the exercise but also for the fun and social aspect of it. I still have all the moves and can execute them clear as day in my head … if I can just get the hips, back and feet to get with the groove I’ll be OK, no problem at all!! 😂😂😂

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We hope you go ahead and do it 💃 great idea Cheers 🍷💃🌺

[@frankalexander5401]

Jimmy Hendrix!! Recognized the photo on the T-shirt!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You are so welcome! have a great weekend Cheers Frank 🇺🇸🍻🇨🇦🙂

[@RoseGrace100]

Thanks Tina and Norm. You guys are always so helpful. Learning so much from you.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Our pleasure! thanks for watching Rose Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@EmteeTeee]

Hi Tina and Norm! Your fan Mary from Toronto, ON here!!! Great video! All 5 points are crucial to a healthy, fun retirement!... Health and wellness should always be at the top of your list :) Have a great rest of your weekend Mary :)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for dropping by Mary have a wonderful weekend too Cheers 🙂🌺🍷

[@tonysomewhere5920]

Enlightening Video, Tina and Norm. Regarding technology, I would like to mention that a wristwatch having the SOS feature is a must for an elder person as it can be a lifesaver. That was brought to my attention by a neighbor who fell inside the house and could not get up because of his weight. He stayed down on the floor for several hours because he could not stand up. He lives alone. His cell phone was not at his reach. Anyway that opened my eyes, and now I am in a mission to find that type of wristwatch. I know the Apple wristwatch has that feature, but I like Android apparatus better. I am not a heavy person as I weigh only 64 kilos, but I do have other medical problems. Have a great weekend! Tchau.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wow great idea Tony we will have to look 👀 for one of those then talk about it on a video have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🌺🙂🍻

[@terryevp4084]

It's Saturday. I always wait for your wise advice, Norm & Tina. As always, very thankful to you both for this wonderful information. Have a great weekend

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Our pleasure! you too Cheers Terry 🍻🙂

[@libbyannstew8775]

Happy Saturday Norm & Tina! My favourite thing about being retired is having time to ride my (new) bike, play pickleball, take hikes and not be blazing around like blue-a**ed fly trying to pack all the household chores in at the weekend. Even though I get sick of cutting the lawn and cleaning the house it does keep the old body moving and I also think you have to cherish and maintain your good health and the one body you’ve been given. Another great video, thanks!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Always lovely to hear from you LibbyAnn have an awesome weekend Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@libbyannstew8775]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement Thank you Norm & Tina! I look forward to your weekly content - it’s always fresh and very valuable. You’re doing a fab job with your channel!

[@Bob-yh7ir]

You 2 are so awesome. Love what you are doing with sharing the ups and downs of retirement. Your insights are very important to those of us who are looking to start that journey. Keep it up !! I hope to run into you someday out roaming around the world. Cheers !

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Our pleasure! that would be very cool Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@mminc4026]

We have cut out meat for last 18mths and lost pounds and saved pounds! Found loads of new recipes for veg and fish.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great 🌺🙂

[@patdennis2586]

Bring this list to The Villages when you come. You’ll be amazed at how all of these items are ticked by our Recreation and Parks Department and the over 3,500 clubs we have. Hopefully you’ll be hooking up with a full time resident who will share the ins and outs of the largest retirement community in America.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We haven’t managed to make that happen yet Pat Cheers 🇺🇸🍷🍻🇨🇦

[@donnavacca493]

@@ThisIsOurRetirementWe’d like to go to The Villages as well for a one month vacation, maybe next year. Now all our energy is in completing our move to our new community, which is like a mini version of The Villages. Cheers!

[@evadeanu1]

I volunteer in my city for the 55+ active people and love it! Keeps me active and made lots of new friends.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That is awesome! 🙂🌺

[@cherrybb3888]

Tina and Norm, I hardly ever eat bread or pasta but this evening for dinner I caved and had shrimp Alfredo with broccoli. Now I feel so full and not too well. Falling off the wagon reminds me why I don’t do this very often. Have a great weekend! 🇺🇸🍹🇨🇦

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Hope you enjoyed sounds delicious Cherry 🌺🍷

[@missbiggs9437]

Me: Dozing on the sofa 💤 … a man with the scariest mug is at the door ringing the bell … I know I left the crowbar around here somewhere or better yet let me fetch the cast iron skillet from the kitchen … oh wait, that’s Norm and Tina … phew!! 😅

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That is too funny LOL 😂 we love it ❤️have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@RetiredLovingIt]

If you have health you have everything! Thanks guys! We appreciate you and your channel!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We really appreciate both of you watching and sharing , so glad you are having a great retirement Cheers 🇺🇸☕️🇨🇦🍷🌺

[@MegsCarpentry-lovedogs]

Cute adorable interactions between the two of you on this one....sense of humour is appreciated 👍☺

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

😊 thank you 🌺

[@Suz47]

Guitar!!!! Yes!!! I hadn't picked one up since I was a teen and borrowed my neighbor's guitar at the beginning of Covid. Totally addicted and now have a few of my own. Proper lessons are in the retirement plan which is in the very near future. Can't wait to have time for all my hobbies and interests. It's so hard to fit them in while having to work.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wow that’s great so pleased for you Suzie Cheers 🍷🎸🌺🙂

[@nata3467]

I am three to five years from retirement and I am going to use this year to begin a health journey regarding what I'm putting into my body for food

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great 🌺🙂

[@juliemarkham4332]

My mother's cardiologist says the best exercise is walking.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We think so too!

[@cann9155]

AWESOME Tshirt & outfit coordination Norm & Teen--- absolutely beautiful "bubbly" wife. Not Odd - Ying&Yang. Love to watch you guys for the smiles & the many jokes Norm cracks while sharing all of the good stuff with us retirees; and "finna" be retired (in 2024). Thank you for these tips on staying VIBRANT. I've played this video 3Xs.💚💚💚U GUYS🍺 🍷CHEERS! #itsourtime

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks!

[@darrylmcleman6456]

Cheers from HERE! TOP of the MILK!!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You are so welcome! have a great weekend Cheers Darryl 🍻🙂

[@rosalindpegram7261]

PICKLEBALL sport is fun and very social. Something to keep you moving during retirement. Again, PICKLEBALL, PICKLEBALL, PICKLEBALL.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We need to try Pickleball!! seems everyone is doing it except us HaHa 😂 Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@pamelalambe1356]

Great video

[@grandpa_eric]

Hey 👋 Tina & Norm- Fire, by Jimi Hendrix is one of my favorites of the 60s. I heard it again recently while shopping and I got all energized!! Norm, I still dread socializing. I stopped going to our town senior center a few months ago- taking a break. But you know, maybe they need the break from me. Lol 😂 I had many hobbies, and activities, and simply lost interest in them. Trying to recapture that spark lasted for only so long. Nearing 68, and retired 3 years, I sit back in my LaZboy recliner and feel like doing absolutely nothing. But, our cruise to Nova Scotia is nearing, and I’m really looking forward to that- since I was an avid sailor in my youth. Your videos always get me thinking about life, and I appreciate that. Thanks!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Your very welcome Eric , we are glad you are looking forward to your cruise 🚢, we are thinking we might do one too have a great weekend Cheers 🇺🇸🙂🍻🇨🇦🚢

[@daniellapierre9798]

Very inspiring video Tina & Norm, I pick my guitar back 3 years ago just to be ready for retirement! Great views from the double camera, This is our Time will be the title of our channel when we retire on Dec 31 2025.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great! have a wonderful weekend Daniel Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@desertdweller8374]

I always enjoy learning something from your videos and I always share them with my husband. Wrote these ideas down to make sure I'm aware of my days so I'm not just wasting them. Great list! Be well and thank you for sharing!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Your very welcome 🙂🌺

[@sjwitts1]

Thanks!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much Stephen!

[@valdamarielegault1907]

Our Saturday weekly lunch date watching you both! Cheers!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Awesome! Thank you! enjoy your lunch Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@carolnavan4137]

I have always volunteered during my work years. Retirement from work meant retirement from volunteering also. I am taking a “gap year” now to figure out the future lol

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Just take you time to find a good mix for you Carol Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@casmithc2]

Fantastic Shirt, Norm!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you liked it Cheers 🍻🙂

[@sulemanpiracha8123]

I retired in June 2020, but my client called me in March 2022 and asked if I could do another project for them. I could not say no. This is keeping me busy and also financing our travels. My wife retired end of January this year and we immediately booked our two months vacation to Portugal (we were traveling max 3-4 weeks before she retired). I am learning Portuguese (well trying to) and Spanish, my wife is learning Spanish (because we bought a property in Spain). Learning languages also helps in keeping Alzheimer/Dementia at bay. We have a dog and have to walk with him twice a day. I wish we could do more exercise because we both are diabetic. Our social connections suffered during COVID and we are not trying to revive these because we are contemplating on moving to Portugal/Spain permanently. We do meet with our close friends and go out for dinners, or meet at their house or ours, but social gathering has significantly been reduced. My passion has to be Cricket, watching on TV or traveling to where World Cup is being played. We traveled to UK in 2019 for the World Cup, in 2011 to Sri Lank and 2007 to Jamaica. Hopefully, the health keeps us allowing to travel. Another great video Tina and Norm!!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

From what you have said having bought a property in Spain 🇪🇸 perhaps you are thinking of moving there or Portugal 🇵🇹 we do keep thinking should we move to a warmer place 🤔 Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@sharonwalshthompson8185]

Always enjoy the videos you make Tina and Norm! Thank you

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you like them! Have a wonderful weekend Sharon Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@grace-2127]

Hello from Ohio! Love your videos. My husband will retire in 4 yrs at 62. We own our home and I really want to sell it before that and get an apartment like you did. He can't imagine a "nice" apartment and won't consider it. But both of us agree our neighborhood is changing and not in a good way. So....would you consider doing a "tour" of your apartment from the front door to each room including the patio?? If you aren't comfortable with that then that's ok. I understand. If you already made a video doing a tour, I can't find it.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We have various videos showing different rooms in our apartment Grace, perhaps as a suggestion why not go and look at some apartments near you to give him a feel for them , we looked at a few before we made our decision. We also have videos showing tips on what to look for your might find them helpful too have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇺🇸🍷🇨🇦🙂

[@faygallagher8425]

Another great video and watching your videos and sharing my own experience, I feel the research has missed on the Number 1. Entering retirement or any stage in life with a partner, there must be harmony, (like Norm says sounds like a song) both persons must be on the same page or 1-6 could fall apart. I am grateful to both of you for showing me 'the harmony' as this is what keeps me watching ❤

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing! have a great weekend Fay Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@benyablonski6278]

Great stuff. Appreciate it, your tips and importance of. ~ Ben, Vancouver ISLAND

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for watching! have a great weekend Ben Cheers 🙂🍻

[@terihandrick2333]

Love you guys! I can't wait to retire and rekindle my passion or find a new one. My husband also has made swimming his new retirement passion.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That is awesome! Tina loves it and goes as often as she can Teri have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@richardpodnar5039]

Norm, you've got to open your own T-shirt Museum!😂😊❤

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Great idea Richard, maybe we could sell the collection to the Rock & Roll hall of fame 😂😂 Great to hear from you today. 💕

[@teachnthrive1014]

LOVE the ring photo of the 21 of you 😂😂

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much 👍🙂

[@hermacoutts8587]

Hi Tina and Norm. Great video again today. Thank you. ❤️🇨🇦

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Our pleasure! have a great weekend Herma Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@MrSteveblue824]

Great idea about the song! You should have a little music motif for a song intro for your show! 🎶🎵🎤”Heeerrreee’s Tina & Norm!” What would it be?🤔lol✌️😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That would be cool Cheers 🌺🙂🍻

[@paulhunter6652]

Happy Saturday Norm and Tina. Guns and Roses next weekend! Pool party tomorrow. I’ve backed off from photography. I bought a Roland keyboard for my wife and I am an audiophile and love it. Cheers!🎉😅

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Have a great weekend Paul 🌺🙂🍻

[@billyb5057]

cant wait to see the work slog over although I enjoy driving long distance got a feeling it may feature in my retirement too everyone to his or her own *fully watched🥸Au🦘have a great week 💯thumbs up👍*

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for watching Billy have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇦🇺 🍷🇨🇦🍻🙂

[@jimlapointe1496]

You are right Tina. The Jimi Hendrix "Wild Thing" is a great track.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Cheers Jim 🍻🎸🙂

[@PlanetImo]

Fab ideas. I think language classes are a great way to meet and get to know others as you have to talk together as a group as part of the proccess. :)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Totally agree! thanks for sharing Cheers 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🍷🇨🇦🙂

[@christopherbarker976]

Hi Tina & Norm great to see you both again good video and some more practical tips . Regards Christopher Barker

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you enjoyed it have a wonderful weekend Christopher Cheers 🇬🇧🍻🇨🇦🙂

[@BeFree-BeFrugal]

I remember years ago I , the 1980s I think watching a tv show, saying the quickest way to feel old is not to keep up with technology. In this fast paced environment I think it’s become a necessity, great video 👍🌞

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Great point thanks for sharing have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@MegsCarpentry-lovedogs]

I did notice the two camera addition in the last video. Cool....keep learning folks! 💪 ☺🇨🇦

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks 👍 it was a nice change ( huge amount more of editing) have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🌺🙂

[@dawng1922]

Another great video! We sent a little package the end of July to you from the heartland of the US ❤ Oklahoma. It’s stuck in Ontario so hopefully you receive it soon! Thank you for taking the time to create such great content 🥰

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Awesome! Thank you! we will look out for it have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🇺🇸🍷🇨🇦🙂

[@dawng1922]

Not sure why but we just received an email from the Ontario FexX location regarding your package “Returning package to shipper. Unable to deliver shipment - Returning to shipper” 🤷‍♀️ I’ll try to figure out what happened and we'll give it another go!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Hi we aren’t sure what happened , we have cancelled the box at that address , but they said if they try to deliver again they will call us . They didn’t not accept the package so not sure who sent you the email 🙂 take care have a great day 🌺

[@dawng1922]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement If you have a different/better mailing address please let me know. We will resend. Thank you!

[@sudburydrone466]

👍👍✌️ I’m not good at exercising enough. I should pull up my socks and get out for more walks. Oh and I love bread. That’s where my belly comes from. 😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You and us both! Cheers 🌺🙂

[@andrewbilton5993]

Another cracking and helpful video guys

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you enjoyed it have a wonderful weekend Andrew Cheers 🍻🙂

[@barbiec4312]

Love you guys. I’m guessing that Norm has 75 rock t-shirts. ❤😂

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

He has a long way to go to reach 75 T-shirts LOL 😂😂

[@TheAngela2C]

Good video Guys, very important to stay active in retirement for health and longevity. But... I am talking about retirement after 70 🙂 For those who retire early, around 55, Norm :-) we have to talk about loss of focused intentional activity, loss of purpose and lack of daily structure. Because, learning new language, doing sport activity, learning new technology is kind of recreational and optional. it is very easy to be carried away with all free time you have in the absence of rigid structural activity that only emplyment will bring. I am not even mentioning money issue Living for 35 years after retirement takes tall of any financial situation.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing Cheers 🌺🙂🍻

[@juliemarkham4332]

I absolutely plan on sleeping in every morning when I retire. 😅

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You should!

[@sarahsmom1002]

Love this! Some of us have only been "morning people" while working, because we had no choice. For night owls who've worked day jobs, retirement allows for shifting their schedule to accommodate their natural rhythms & energy fluctuations.

[@SandraClarke]

Another great video Tina and Norm! Have a wonderful day! Sandra

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you! You too! Cheers Sandra 🌺🍷

[@SandraClarke]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement We are doing the Tobermory part of the Bruce Trail next week and then a month or so road trip with Florida as the destination. Happy retirement!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great Sandra Cheers 🇺🇸🌺🇨🇦

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Very interesting and valid points- in fact why wait till retirement to fulfill some of those or even kick start them. We often say " later when..." and who says we have a 'later'! I bet many of your subscribers know of someone or more than one, who never made it to retirement. My neighbour retired recently, two years early, and within a month he was a heart patient. A lingering deficiency which manifested itself once he stood still long enough for it appear. He and his wife have had to totally rethink and re-assess their possibilities. Keep learning, keep evolving and take care of your health - always. Happy Sunday to you both. 😎🍷🇳🇱🙋‍♀🇳🇿🍷🌞

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing Anita Tinas brother didn’t make it he passed at 52 , everyone takes things for granted yes lots don’t make retirement or have major health issues. Have a great weekend 🍷 🇳🇱 🌺🇨🇦🙂

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement 💖🙏

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement my condolences Tina and Norm. My brother was 64 and died in 2019 so I truly know how you feel. So sad. Too young. 🫶

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Yes it is thanks for caring so sorry for your loss Anita 🤗

[@mhollick63]

There is a song "Our Time" from the Broadway musical "Merrily WE Roll Along" by Stephen Sondheim

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing 🎼🌺

[@tanyajohnston8262]

Loving every video

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much Tanya Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@jimwulstan8592]

Interesting that you made no mention of reading books. Down through the centuries very clever and talented people have written books , which are all still freely available at your local library. Make books your best friend especially in retirement, you won’t regret it.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Good point! thanks for sharing Jim Cheers 🌺🙂🍻

[@deanreynolds1427]

Love your channel. Can you post a link to the McMaster study?

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We read it in an online news article there wasn’t a link to it.

[@nikkiguerlain]

Great video as always! ❤

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you!! 😊

[@relaxgood5214]

2 slices of sprouted whole grain bread or a good quality sourdough bread is not the problem it’s what you put on it that may be a problem.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Very true 🤔

[@myrealretirementadventures]

I suspect it depends on what’s in the bread and how processed it is. I lost 21lbs by drastically cutting down on bread and other processed carbs ….. I still look forward to a nice bit of bread from time to time though.

[@jimmyhvy2277]

Low Carb is the go , IMHO .

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for watching Cheers 🌺🙂🍷

[@bobfmirvine6652]

Good ideas, we will try some.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Hope you enjoy Bob Cheers 🍻🙂

[@rocioocampo8735]

great advice as always ❤😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you! 🙂🍻

[@lorraineskijones8033]

Good morning Tina and Norm. We trust all is well with you both. I have a couple of faded old photos I would like to get restored. Any suggestions? Thank you

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Not sure where, are there any camera stores near you that you could ask. Photoshop has a beta version we used.

[@MegsCarpentry-lovedogs]

Coincidently, "our time" mention....well, when I retired at 45yrs of age....yuppie for aristocrat dividend paying companies eh.....my email was changed to my name with "time" as the second part.....for example; NormsTime, or TinasTime.....I get that part totally! 😀 💯

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Neat idea thanks for sharing 🥂

[@frankalexander5401]

I am an introvert. Although I am a doctor still working, most people I meet think I sell insurance because I don’t talk about myself!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Too funny 😂😂

[@wingsfornan]

I loved this video! Very good list!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Yay! Thank you! have a great weekend Cheers 🍷🌺🙂

[@dazsaz]

Hi from 🇬🇧

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Hello there! have a wonderful evening Cheers 🇬🇧🍻🇨🇦🌺

[@DeanRamser]

Excellent video. Thank you. We are retired educators visiting Poland and Estonia after helping a new school open in Lviv. We are seriously thinking of selling our Portland condo and moving to Europe. Is renting is a better option than owning a home for seniors? We always wanted to own, but now it seems that putting the cash in CDs is wiser than purchasing a home. Plus the healthcare is better here, like in France, than in the US. Your thoughts? Dean & Cindy