Coffee and Cuddles S3 Ep 16 End of the year review

 After a brief hiatus (or "hibernation"), Craig (aka Coffee) and Anna Marie (aka Cuddles) are back! In this episode, the duo catches up on where they’ve been, navigating significant health challenges, and the importance of being your own advocate at the doctor's office.They also dive into the hilarity of teacher life before winter break, baffling Gen Alpha slang (what is "Skippity"?), and the joy of new toys—including a fancy espresso machine and a retro Pole Position arcade game. Plus, a little end-of-year advice on vehicle donations and tax write-offs.Key Topics & Takeaways:Life Update: The hosts apologize for the recent absence, citing work stress ("brain is goo") and health issues as the main culprits.   Medical Advocacy: Craig shares his struggle with arthritis and pain management, emphasizing the importance of not accepting "conservative" treatment when you are in pain. Key Mantra: "Do not borrow trouble"—don't stress about bad outcomes before they actually happen.   Teacher Tales: Anna Marie discusses the chaos of the classroom before the holidays, how quickly kids forgive (and forget) arguments at recess, and the struggle to understand new slang like "Rizz".   Holiday Haul: A look at their favorite recent gifts:Craig: A tabletop Pole Position arcade game (and why he’s in trouble for playing it too much).   Anna Marie: A new espresso machine that has turned her into an at-home barista (and might be fueling Craig's insomnia).   End-of-Year Tips: A PSA about donating old vehicles to organizations like "Kars 4 Kids before the tax year ends—and why it’s better than having strangers knock on your door asking to buy your car.   Memorable Quotes:"Everybody repeat this phrase with me: Do not borrow trouble." — Craig    "I don't need conservative. I need relief." — Craig    "Sometimes it's crazy, sometimes it's mundane, but it's never boring." — Anna Marie    "I know my limitations, I know what I'm capable of... putting up with their ideas." — Anna Marie    Mentioned in this Episode:Organization: Cars for Kids (Vehicle Donation)    Location: Sandy’s on the Beach (Huntington Beach) – Recommended for the cheesecake!   Game: Pole Position (Tabletop Arcade)    Connect with Us:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandcuddles67/Spotify: Click here to listenListen, rate, and subscribe! We are aiming to be back on a weekly schedule in the New Year!Send us Fan MailSupport the showlisten to all episodes on spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0mpZTxFGmEGcDIVKkvuYsa?si=243a2e2be7b84990