I’m being smothered after retirement

A recent retiree notes her husband has behaved more like a servant than a partner, now that she is no longer in the workforce.

We asked readers to channel their inner Carolyn Hax and answer this question. Some of the best responses are below.

Dear Carolyn: My husband retired 13 years ago, and I retired three years ago. I am 17 years younger. It is not going well for us.

I have been very busy with care for my parents, golf league, working out, etc … I leave the house and I am gone for the day. Meanwhile, my husband stays home and ??? until I get home. When I am home, I feel smothered.

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