Tag Archives: Sandwich Generation
Have you had enough of the celebrity driven circus revolving around Paris Hilton? As a popular media figure, shouldn’t she be more responsible for setting an example for the impressionable fans who emulate her? Not long ago the Boomers, or so called ‘Me Generation,’ were also seen as egocentric and self absorbed. But, more recently, they’ve developed the capacity for self reflection. Now entering the retirement years, they are serving the greater good and are often referred to as the ‘We Generation.’ All of us, including Paris Hilton, could learn … Continue reading
While watching the 4th of July fireworks from the beach with several thousand of my follow Angelenos, I felt a great sense of community – as well as fun. And hearing our young grandsons tell us, with such glee, about how they had ridden their bikes – without training wheels! – in their local Independence Day parade, I thought, what a glorious day. Although scrolling through the news on the internet or watching it on television may sometimes leave you with a deep sense of sadness and dread, getting out … Continue reading
Father’s day was a big gathering at our place. It all began 10 years ago when our son’s fraternity brothers who had settled in Los Angeles got together with their dads for a softball game. It became an annual event. Last Sunday, with children, parents and in-laws, we numbered more than 60. What nostalgia – when it seems like only yesterday that we were celebrating our fathers and playing with our young children. What a pleasure to see our children as parents themselves. Time really does fly.
