So … here how you feel when you get the first interim retirement payment …. SHOCK! My expression is open mouth, dry tongue, and  rolling eyes … disbelief is absolute and my heart is in my socks. My pre-retirement planning and discussions with Human Resources did not prepare me for $208. For the Month! Uh, what happened to the 80% of my ‘HR Specialist’ calculations for retirement planning? I’m glad we have savings and expenses aren’t overwhelming … but COME ON … 208 dollars for 26 plus years of service? That’s like less than 1 day’s salary! Deep breath … I think I’ll go clean a closet, maybe I’ll find something to sell …. hehehe