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Boomer College. Smart, Smarter, and You

November 2, 2013 by

When old dropouts run out of excuses. Baby Boomers return to college to ‘Close Old Chapters.’ Or, ‘Open New Horizons.’ Most of all they’re tired of hearing about it. Any resolution from ‘Move Forward With My Life’ to ‘Finish Unfinished Business’ means the same thing: show up and finish. Returning Boomer wants to finish what they started, […]

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Time.com: Top 6 Bloggers (out of 25)

October 16, 2013 by

Dear Baby Boomers, By now you’ve read enough to know what baby boomer retirement looks like. If not there’s about a zillion blogs telling you there is no retirement, retire young enough to do the things you love, or how to plan your retirement. You’ve experienced the boomer health factor with parents and kids with […]

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How To Oregon Beach

September 26, 2013 by

If you live in the valleys or plains, the first part of beach fun is getting there. All roads west end near the ocean, so set your compass. If you’re particular, or have a reservation, take a road that ends near your landing spot. Common sense works at the beach.

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The Sports Difference

September 25, 2013 by

A recent article in The Atlantic Monthly asks how sports took over childhood. It was investigative. A recent book with a plug on PBS compares the money spent per American student and other nations, with a snide dig at our side with “four hours of football practice a day.” Both miss their mark. Here’s hoping […]

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Oregon Beach Front Surprise

September 20, 2013 by

No one expects a sea breeze in Wyoming or Idaho. Montana beach? Look for a lake. Nevada? The best water feature’s in front of a casino. So how does an interior county in Oregon, one that includes a view of the Cascade Mountains, have a beach front? No other county with a similar eastern border […]

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How To Attend A Baby Boomer High School Reunion

September 16, 2013 by

Lessons From The Front Whether you’re a city boomer or country boomer, big school or small, these rules apply. If you were home schooled, tag along with friends from the local high school. If your Mom wants to go, you make that call.

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The Baby Boomer Oregon 8

August 26, 2013 by

Where Beauty Is More Than Skin Deep. Walking past a local salon full of baby boomer women with a friend who said, “Looks like they’re doing good business in there.” He moved here from the Midwest and prides himself on a certain standard of beauty. “I’m not sure why so many Oregon women go to beauty salons,” I […]

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What Is The Elkton AVA

August 19, 2013 by

or, Please Pass The Wine. The AVA, or American Viticulture Area, found a new home in Elkton. Regional wine makers have a new hook to hang their brand on. Once you win the badge of approval from the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, more doors open. How long before you hear someone […]

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Jason Nazer, The Millennial New Daddy

August 1, 2013 by

Millennials need more help than they got at home. That doesn’t make baby boomers bad parents, but it might feel that way. On forbes.com, Jason Nazar wrote an article called, “20 Things 20-Year-Olds Don’t Get.” What gives him such insight? He’s a thirty four year old entrepreneur. Jason is no slacker. The company he started and […]

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NW Boomer’s Adventure Coast

July 30, 2013 by

How Much Excitement Can You Take? The Southwest Oregon Coast Has The Answer. Drive south on I-5. When you see signs for Eugene, keep going. Turn off at the Drain exit for Hwy 38 and don’t stop until you find Hwy 101 and Reedsport. Then turn left for another southern run. Just past Lakeside you’ll […]

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