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Gabby Giffords as an Inspirational Role Model

by rosemary, January 25, 2012

The courage and dignity shown by Gabrielle Giffords over the past year as she struggled to cope with the results of her horrific shooting were repeated this week as she made the announcement that she will step down today from her position as the United States Representative from her district in Arizona. It was inspiring to watch her smiling face and listen to her halting but strong voice declare her thanks for the support of her constituents and her pledge to return to the people of Arizona. Photo courtesy of … Continue reading →

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Part 4 – Thelma’s Legacy

by phyllis, May 14, 2009

“What do you do, Mrs. Ryan?” Mrs. Huntley asked. These people looked as if they spent most of their time inspecting the leather bindings on their books. What could she say, that if she had a big winner in the ninth she was going to buy a microwave? “I manage my investments.” Joanna looked over at her mother as she said this and smiled. Dinner proceeded with bursts of conversation, then silence. Thelma lost track of exactly how many glasses of wine she had drunk, but still felt that she … Continue reading →

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by phyllis, November 6, 2008

Now that the election process is complete, president elect Obama and Sandwiched Boomers are still faced with the enormity of the tasks that lie ahead – a deep financial crisis, two wars, terrorism and an environment in peril. Parents continue to ponder, how will I pay the mortgage and grocery bills, manage my kids’ college tuition and health insurance? In his speech Tuesday night, Obama acknowledged that ‘the climb will be steep’ – but as a people together we will get there. He made encouraging statements: I’ll listen to you, … Continue reading →

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by phyllis, November 5, 2008

Last night, ‘Yes we can’ became ‘Yes we did’ as Barack Obama was elected the 44th President of the United States. This is the triumph of the American dream, Sandwiched Boomers. It’s is what other countries have admired about our country, as a place where all things are possible. And now it’s safe to say to our children and grandchildren, that – with hard work – you really can be anything you want. John McCain made a gracious concession speech, urging the Republican party to get behind this transformational event … Continue reading →