Janet Garber

A baby boomer’s obscure talent

January 4, 2021Boomer Life9 Comments

Even as a child, Janet Garber’s father always encouraged her to follow her star.

This boomer redefines “family values”

August 22, 2020Boomer Life5 Comments

Janet with family.

New Yorker Janet Garber says she and her friends use humor to get through challenging times.

Connie Julien on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Well said Mr. Petrie. I hope all Americans sitting at home and seeing that happen to our Capitol will take…” Jan 15, 16:47
Dr. Frank Sinsheimer on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Mike, It could not have been better said. I have been to DC several times and experienced the same feelings…” Jan 15, 14:45
Sharon on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Well done. I especially appreciated your perspective from different times, and how those experiences shaped your life. I have only…” Jan 15, 14:15
Ardath Weaver on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Thanks for stating so well and sharing. I can only hope your voice helps more people transfer allegiance from a…” Jan 15, 12:37
Penn on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Well written and reflects what many, if not most, of us were feeling as we watched the unsettling news that…” Jan 15, 12:37
Laura on Boomer Voices: Sad and Angry at the same time: “Well said. I had the same feelings , anger and tears. Was truly a sad day. One that will be…” Jan 14, 20:56

In this excerpt from his new book Rise Up, Reverend Al Sharpton, a controversial boomer in American politics but who, as head of the National Action Network, is a highly respected civil rights leader nationwide, writes of his personal encounter with perhaps the best of those exceptional people. Read More »