Category Archives: aging parents
Baby Boomers have jumped into the grandparent role in the same way that they engaged in other phases of their lives – with enthusiasm and active commitment. They have redefined what it means to be grandparents. But how can you in the Sandwich Generation form and maintain a connection with your young grandchildren when they live thousands of miles away and you see them only sporadically? Use the same sense of creativity that you have mastered in other areas of your life to build a relationship that grows through the … Continue reading
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Tagged Baby Boomers, grandchildren, Grandparents, legacy, Sandwich Generation, Sandwiched Boomers
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With Mother’s Day only four weeks away, in honor of motherhood and the nurturing women in your life, we are sponsoring a timely contest for Sandwiched Boomers. Tell us about the most significant lesson you have learned from a special, caring woman – your mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, aunt, daughter, a favorite teacher, mentor – the choice is up to you. You can submit as many stories of gratitude as you like. Simply email us at www.Mentors@HerMentorCenter.com explaining why this woman had such a meaningful impact on you. The winner will … Continue reading
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Tagged mother's day, Sandwiched Boomers, Stepping Stones, women's issues
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As Sandwiched Boomers, you days are often filled with things you have to do for others. Now set aside some time to accomplish something for yourself – it will also enrich the lives of your loved ones. Patrika Vaughn has shared with us her tool for creating family histories – an audio-tape providing a step-by-step guide. On her tapes of “How to Write Your Own Life Story,” she outlines some tips: *Talk with your parents and record their memories on paper, audio cassette or video tape. *Visit other relatives and … Continue reading
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Tagged aging parents, family, history, Sandwiched Boomers
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After we blogged last month about improving communications with your loved ones, we received a special email from one of our readers, Patrika Vaughn. She has created a tool that can lead to new ways of Sandwiched Boomers talking with family members – an audio book giving you a step-by-step guide to writing your own family history. She has found that writing about past events with your loved ones can give a new perspective on events that may have hardened attitudes between family members. If you would like to learn … Continue reading
