Pre-boomers had lots of things to play with when we was growing up. Many of them were home-made or inexpensive. But it seemed that we had one item that cost more than the others. This may have a bike or a wagon for the boys. For girls, the prized possession was more likely to be [...]
If you think you know what it’s like to be 65, how about answering these questions. What’s it feel like to be retired? Do you remember how old you were when you realized you were 65? How far into the future do you make plans? Have people gotten up so you can have a seat? [...]
When does blind faith end and fiscal responsibility begin to sink into the minds of the politicians in Washington? With the nation’s economy and attention to financial stability as the top issues, according to about 60 % of adults, elected officials continue to ignore conventional wisdom in favor of more spending. To many of them, [...]
Pre-boomers grew up in a world where parents, for the most part, stayed married no matter what. This was not always good for the kids, but many in less than satisfactory marriages thought it was a good enough reason to stay together. There were many other factors discouraging divorce such as religion, finances and public [...]
Don’t be put off by this bold statement, but don’t dismiss it either. The plans for this country were drawn up by the founding fathers. Our ancestors who came here believed in the promise America offered and found a place where they could be free to pursue their dreams. They built the country. Now it’s [...]
