Teddy bears

A baby boomer’s Zoom song

December 17, 2020Boomer Culture14 Comments

Ann Foley in Bronxville, NY, has rediscovered something she cherished in her childhood.

A baby boomer with 13 stuffed animals

December 5, 2018Boomer Culture1 Comment

Carolyn Righi

Carolyn Righi asks, is it time I started to act my age?

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 »