news&views Summer 2020 | Page 12

#8 — KEEP YOUR HEAD ABOVE WATER Meaning: This means you are trying very hard to survive financially, or you are barely able to handle a lot of work which is almost too much. Example: Watching these changes happen without any personal control can make you feel like you’re drowning. We are here to help you keep your head above water, and our Executive and Board of Directors continue to advocate on behalf of all of our retiree groups and members. #9 — A WATERING HOLE Meaning: This is a slang word for a bar. The literal meaning is a small lake or pond where wild animals go to drink — so a place where people go to drink (alcohol) is also called a watering hole. Example: If the government continues to make