three people in a business office, for article from an aging Boomer.
From Our Readers

Boom On!

Be bold, show no fear, and be a big deal, says this aging Boomer

By Karen Czuleger Strgacich | May 16, 2023
a woman looking at her wrinkles in the mirror. By Goodluz. A Boomer reader reflects on the images of her life, especially the image of her face in a make-up mirror, which has stayed with her since her teen years.
From Our Readers

The Face in the Mirror

A Boomer reader reflects on aging and the images of her life

By Sherrill Elizondo | April 18, 2023
woman using tablet for puzzle. Image by Candybox Images. Exercise your mind with one of America’s favorite puzzles. Fun, stimulating, and picked for baby boomers.
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Boggle Puzzle: Country Search

How many words can YOU find?

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | April 17, 2023
A large extended family around a dinner table. By Monkey Business Images. Poet and writer Cathy Hollister reflects on family gatherings and holiday celebrations – memorable events that serve up “comforts and jolts.”
Family

Celebrating with Loved Ones

Holidays with families have their ups and downs

By Cathy Hollister | April 11, 2023
old baseball glove and ball. Image by Savannah1969. for article on memories of baseball in the 1950s
From Our Readers

Memories of Baseball in My Youth

And other fond thoughts of growing up in the 1950s

By R.G. Begora | April 2, 2023
A “Chiweenie” Chihuahua-Dachshund mix had a difficult early life. His resilience was an inspiration – bolstered by a mysterious ray of light.
From Our Readers

Jimmy the “Chiweenie”

A ray of light and a little bundle of resilience

By Jenn Bankston | March 22, 2023
Some toys hold a special place in our hearts, stirring warm memories, including special dolls from childhood: troll dolls and Hansel and Gretel.
From Our Readers

Special Dolls from Childhood

Recalling toys that held a fond place in the reader’s heart

By Julia Nunnally Duncan | March 15, 2023
My rock ’n’ roll moment, Phil Perkins
From Our Readers

My Rock ’n’ Roll Moment

Memories of youthful aspirations

By Phil Perkins | March 6, 2023
grandmother and granddaughter playing with sticker book. Parents know that they will face the proverbial empty nest when their children leave home, but Laurie Whitman experienced a second empty nest. She shares with Boomer readers her experience after her first granddaughter went to kindergarten.
Family

The Second Empty Nest

A grandmother’s story

By Laurie Whitman | February 28, 2023
old family photos plus pink roses, an old key, and a pocket watch. By Neirfy. When Doreen Mary Frick first saw an old photograph of a young 1900s lady, she was immediately drawn to her. She discovered the woman’s identity, and her story, and shares with Boomer readers the story of Mary Jane, her grandmother.
From Our Readers

My Grandmother’s Dream

A family story across the years

By Doreen Mary Frick | February 21, 2023

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