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Supporters and critics alike agreed that Vice-Presidential candidate Sarah Palin’s speech last night at the Republican convention was a big WOW. She introduced herself to the American people, embodying the contribution women make to their families and communities. She was poised and comfortable – a natural – as she stepped into the spotlight of history, a woman showing her toughness, yet with a smile. Reaching out to women in the electorate, Palin said of her place on the Republican ticket, it proved that, “Every woman can walk through every door … Continue reading
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Tagged balance, convention, family, feminist, John McCain, Republican, Sandwiched Boomer, Sarah Palin, Vice-President
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In honor of Sandwich Generation month, and as we end our week of tribute to Sandwiched Boomers, we have one last recommendation – the new blog by journalist Jane Gross – www.NewOldAge.blogs.nytimes.com. The New York Times, in describing the New Old Age: “Thanks to the marvels of medical science, our parents are living longer than ever before. Adults over age 80 are the fastest growing segment of the population, and most will spend years dependent on others for the most basic needs. That burden falls to their baby boomer children, … Continue reading
Yesterday Cari commented on the process that slowly evolved after her grandduaghter was born – and that’s an important point. As you very well may know, if you jump in too quickly without assessing a situation, you’re more likely to get into trouble. As a club sandwich boomer with a first grandchild, try not to offer advice unless asked. You don’t have to say whatever comes to mind. If your suggestions are requested, present them in an open-ended way so that your adult children are free to accept or reject. … Continue reading
On almost a daily basis, as Sandwiched Boomers, you are bombarded by a variety of tasks involving aging parents and growing children. You’re also balancing a myriad of responsibilities at home with those that confront you at work. And that’s without mentioning your ongoing commitment to stay healthy, lose weight and exercise regularly. Just thinking about your hectic lifestyle can stop you in your tracks. If you find yourself in this predicament and are feeling the time crunch, join us over the next few days – we’re going to give … Continue reading
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Tagged affirmations, balance, journaling, Sandwiched Boomers, set goals, short-term objectives
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