Tag Archives: Sandwiched Boomers

by phyllis, May 6, 2008

As Sandwiched Boomers planning your family’s summer vacation, does Clinton’s proposal of gas tax relief go to the heart of the matter or seem like an emotional ploy to garner more votes? And has what you’ve heard from Obama this past week made up for some of his former pastor’s remarks? Today may very well signify game change or game over. Instead of taking the race all the way to the convention, let’s hope the Democratic party begins to unite behind one candidate for President. It’s time to focus on … Continue reading →

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by phyllis, May 5, 2008

The North Carolina and Indiana primaries are on Tuesday and the stakes are high. There’s a lot of speculation about the potential outcome but trying to read the tea leaves may be an exercise in futility. The mantra has been “Hillary can’t win,” because of the numbers, because Bill put his foot in his mouth one time too many, because she’ll go to any lengths in order to get the nomination, because too many people just don’t like her. Yet Clinton has stayed in the race and, by not giving … Continue reading →

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by rosemary, May 2, 2008

With Mother’s Day coming next weekend, this Sunday marks the end of our contest honoring motherhood and the nurturing women in your life. You still have a chance to tell us about the most significant lesson you have learned from a special caring woman – your mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, sister, aunt, daughter, favorite teacher, mentor. Just email us at www.Mentors@HerMentorCenter.com and tell us why this woman had such a meaningful impact on you. We will publish the winning tribute here on our blog and also in our May newsletter – … Continue reading →

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by rosemary, April 30, 2008

With families spread across the nation, many Sandwiched Boomers find that a summer family reunion provides an opportunity to reconnect with relatives in your extended family. You’ll have a completely different experience than when you see each other briefly at weddings, holidays or funerals. Getting everyone together in a vacation setting gives you the chance to catch up without time distractions. It takes advance planning but the rewards can be great for the whole family. You may rediscover your cousin’s keen sense of humor, appreciate your great aunt’s wisdom or … Continue reading →

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