On the Political Fault Line Again

Is it just me or have baby boomers been thrust on to another political fault line? Forty years ago it was the war in Viet Nam and most boomers wanted that war to end. The anti-war movement spawned more movements that subsequently morphed into everything from Green Peace to the National Organization for Women. Liberals grew more liberal and conservatives grew more conservative.

Which brings us to now.

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Retirement: Reward or Obligation?

If you’ve started to think about retirement, or at least some status that comes after working full time, has it occurred to you that you will either reap some reward or fulfill some obligation? Is retirement the prize at the bottom of the Cracker Jacks box or is it the time to do some things that need to be done?

Jay Harrison is a graphic designer and writer whose work can be seen at DesignConcept and at BoomSpeak. He's written a mystery novel, which therefore makes him a pre-published author.

The Blame Game Sucks

How much mileage can you get out of blaming baby boomers for everything? A lot apparently. Enough to drive cross country fifty times, bitching all the way.

Jay Harrison is a graphic designer and writer whose work can be seen at DesignConcept and at BoomSpeak. He's written a mystery novel, which therefore makes him a pre-published author.