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When Randy Pausch gave his “Last Lecture,” he titled it “How to Really Achieve Your Childhood Dreams.” But he revealed his “head fake” – that he was actually talking about how to live your life. Busy as you are with your own day-to-day existence as a Sandwiched Boomer, caring for growing children and aging parents, take time to consider some of Randy’s thoughts about living life to the fullest. Balancing hope and realism, yet the ultimate optimist, Randy describes himself as a “fun-lovingTigger” not a “sad-sack Eeyore,” using A.A. Milne’s … Continue reading
All week we have looked at how to make your staycation just as unique for your family as past vacations away from home. And each of you will find different ways to enjoy that special time together. Yesterday two readers talked about activities close to home that were meaningful to them. Rhea was looking forward to an ethnic festival in her hometown and another woman was planning a trip to her local art museum. What can you discover in your community? The decision to spend your vacation at home this … Continue reading
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Tagged aging parents, family, growing children, Sandwiched Boomer, staycation, vacation
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Two readers used the comment section yesterday to tell us about their family staycations. Elaine talked about how she and her kids would go to their favorite creek watering hole, called “Flat Rocks” and just hang out for the afternoon – swimming, lazing in the sun, splashing while she read a good book. “Family time was what it’s all about,” she said. Another comment was about how their family enjoyed making videos, pretending they were television shows – everyone, including the children, got to participate. Both of these women were … Continue reading
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Tagged aging parents, family, growing children, museum, ritual, Sandwich Generation, Sandwiched Boomer, staycation, vacation, video
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So how do you, as a Sandwiched Boomer, really get to enjoy your staycation when you are still on familiar ground? Do things differently! Act as you would on your typical vacation away from home. Go to bed and get up when you want – don’t set your alarm clock. Let the kids stay up past their bedtime if you are doing something out of the ordinary. Enjoy a special breakfast out one day. Relax in the sun and read a page-turner or amusing beach book. Exercise in ways that … Continue reading
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Tagged family, games, Sandwiched Boomer, staycation, vacation
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