Tag Archives: Sandwich Generation
Boomer Women’s Friendships Can Be Complicated
As boomer women in the sandwich generation who are caring for parents growing older and kids growing up, your life may be full of challenges – especially in this tough economy. In times of need, who is it that you turn to? Whether you need a friend in your court who really understands or one who has your best interests at heart, these tips may help you get what you’re looking for: Receive as well as give support. Perhaps it’s hard for you to ask for help if you’re the … Continue reading
Chelsea and Marc: Interfaith Wedding
Who doesn’t love a wedding? But with months and months of planning, it only lasts a short while – and then there’s the marriage. If history is prologue, neither former first daughter, Chelsea Clinton, nor longtime boyfriend, Marc Mezvinsky, had great role models for marital bliss. And that’s even without the religious issues – she was raised Christian and he’s Jewish. This much publicized union is affirmation of America’s shifting religious landscape. There has been a gradual increase in interfaith marriages over the past two decades and more than 25% … Continue reading
Sleep-away Camp: Great for Sandwiched Boomers and Their Marriage
Believe it or not, sleep-away camp can be the best thing for you and your marriage. If you’re a member of the Sandwich Generation, your life is likely full of responsibility – caring for parents growing older and kids growing up. When was the last time you luxuriated in time alone with your partner? Now that your kids are successful nestled into camp life, it’s your turn. Here are some tips that may help you ease into the comfort and excitement of a totally adult relationship. Invest in each other. … Continue reading
Revisiting the Courage of Captain Sully Sullenberger
As members of the sandwich generation, you may have your hands full with the challenges of parents growing older and kids growing up. But that’s no reason to neglect what you need. Perhaps there’s a goal you’ve wanted to reach for a long time – start a small business, rekindle an old friendship, run a 5K? When you think about working toward a goal and the inevitable changes that go along with that, you may wonder: How do I access my strengths? What can help me grow? Who will I … Continue reading
