http://babyboomersus.net/ Baby Boomers U.S. Forum: Recent Posts en Fri, 12 Mar 2010 01:31:26 +0000 http://babyboomersus.net/topic/seniors-dicounts#post-45 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 20:36:23 +0000 Jservice 45@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Hey Everyone, I am new here.<br /> I am actually trying to connect with other seniors, who are interested in finding businesses which offer seniors dicounts. I started a little website for seniors to find everything they need, but I need to build content! If you know of any special services, things to do, dicounts or anything else related to making senior life better in your area, than please tell them about this website. It may help someone out!</p> <p><a href="http://retirementlistingservice.com" rel="nofollow">http://retirementlistingservice.com</a></p> <p>Thanks Guys, oh ya, feel free give me any feed back. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/tech-help-for-boomers#post-43 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:48:19 +0000 Eva Pasco 43@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Grace,</p> <p>Popping in to tell you that it is a good idea. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/great-moment#post-42 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:40:59 +0000 FitnessOver50 42@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>The Olympic Men's Hockey tournament is about to start.</p> <p>I suspect it will be one of the highlights of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games. We are a hockey crazy city here.</p> <p>As the tournament is about to begin, I cannot help but remember perhaps one of the greatest speeches given by any coach in any sport at any time. The speech was delivered by the late Herb Brooks.</p> <p>For those of you who have forgotten, Herb Brooks coached the 1980 U.S. Men's Olympic Hockey Team at the Lake Placid Winter Olympics. Going into the tournament, the U.S. team was not expected to do well. Once the tournament was over, they had won the Gold Medal.</p> <p>They didn't win because they had the most skill. They won because they had the most heart.They had the most desire. They had the most determination. They had the most motivation. Far more than anyone else. It made the difference.</p> <p>In the attached URL, Kurt Russell plays Herb Brooks in the movie "Miracle". I think it represents what the spirit of the Olympics is all about - the pursuit of excellence. Just copy and paste the URL into your browser. Here is the URL - <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwpTj_Z9v-c" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwpTj_Z9v-c</a></p> <p>The reason I post this is two-fold. First, it was a great speech at a great moment. Second, each and every one of us should take that motivation and put it work. Make that motivation help you to achieve your fitness and health goals. It will never be easy. Everyday at the gym will not be a cake walk. However, use that motivation to achieve your goals. This is your time.</p> <p>Peter<br /> Fitness Over 50<br /> Get Up And Get Out There </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/tech-help-for-boomers#post-41 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:11:52 +0000 1820grace 41@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>A friend of mine is thinking of starting a 'technology assistance' service for people, shall we say, that are not so technology inclined (such as myself). The idea would be you would have one person you could call for whatever gadget or computer question, like what's wrong with my email or how do I send pictures through text message on my cell phone. </p> <p>I thought it sounded great but was curious to see what other 'boomers' would think of such an idea. I usually online go online to send emails or look at pictures so I would love to have one person to call to ask all my 'dumb' questions to but I'm not sure if I'm just way behind the curve even for my generation. </p> <p>If you're interested in sharing your thoughts I'd love to hear them. Thanks! </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/boomer-tech-help#post-40 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:04:29 +0000 1820grace 40@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>A friend of mine is thinking of starting up service that would provide 'technology assistance' to anyone, shall we say, a little behind the eight ball when it comes to doing things online or trying to figure out how to send pictures through text message on their cell phone. The idea would be having one dedicated person you could call or email for whatever computer, gadget or general technology question you have.</p> <p>I thought it sounded great because truthfully there are really only a couple of things I go online for (email, pictures, etc) but could definitely use some help from time to time. Would be great to have an actual person to call to ask my 'dumb' questions to. But I'm curious if that's something other 'boomers' would use or if I'm just even behind the curve for our generation?</p> <p>I'd be curious to hear your thoughts if you're interested in sharing. Thanks! </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/my-kids-grown-out#post-39 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:10:08 +0000 Eva Pasco 39@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Joe,</p> <p>Sorry to read that you and your son are estranged. One of you has to make the overture to move forward. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/not-30-anymore-who-noticed#post-38 Sat, 06 Feb 2010 17:13:12 +0000 Eva Pasco 38@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>I've never bought into the hype of aging or becoming my dad's Oldsmobile sedan now that I'm past the milestone of thirty. I honestly don't feel compromised physically as I've always been an avid exercise enthusiast so my lifestyle hasn't changed any. What I have noticed is that I've reinvented myself to keep up with my intellectual growth and evolving interests. </p> <p>We Baby Boomers are in our prime! </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/elizabethian-law-from-1601#post-37 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:52:52 +0000 Eva Pasco 37@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>I'm fortunate to not have crossed that bridge yet. My mother, sister, and I are thick as thieves so we've got each other covered. I hear what you're saying about creditors. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/living-arrangements#post-36 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:50:52 +0000 Eva Pasco 36@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>No, that's understandable, but some sort of friendship, even if begrudgingly. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/living-arrangements#post-35 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:33:10 +0000 Joe 35@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>"I think there is still love there" to paraphrase Jeff Goldbergs father in the movie "Independence Day". &lt;img src=&quot;http://babyboomersus.net/my-plugins/pb--bb-smilies/default/icon_cool.gif&quot; title=&quot;8)&quot; class=&quot;bb_smilies&quot; /&gt; </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/elizabethian-law-from-1601#post-34 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:28:06 +0000 Joe 34@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Eva,<br /> I feel the same way. Even though both my parents have since move on to the great beyond, I really didn't mind changing pops diapers as much as I thought.<br /> Problem is, the law is about Paying their Old (not medical) Bills, not taking care of them. It's not difficult to pay THEM back, but Paying their Creditors is a horse of a different color.<br /> At least in my book. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/living-arrangements#post-33 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:28:32 +0000 Eva Pasco 33@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Another forum topic I've revived...your ex-wife must be a very gracious woman to extend her hospitality. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/elizabethian-law-from-1601#post-32 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:26:25 +0000 Eva Pasco 32@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>This topic may have incubated for six months, but I've revived it.</p> <p>Law or not, I do not feel burdened in the least if I have to pick up the slack for my one living parent. No matter what I could do for her, I could never repay her for all of the love, encouragement, and support I still receive on a daily basis. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/greetingsintroducing-myself#post-31 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:23:16 +0000 Joe 31@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Hey Eva,<br /> Yeah, I think there are some good things on Amazon. Send me an affiliate link using my <a href="http://blog.babyboomersus.net/contact/">contact form</a> &amp; I'll get it in the sidebar for ya. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/fitness#post-30 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:18:05 +0000 Joe 30@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Eva,<br /> I only know that I used to run track in school and now I can barely walk up the stairs. &lt;img src=&quot;http://babyboomersus.net/my-plugins/pb--bb-smilies/default/icon_cry.gif&quot; title=&quot;:cry:&quot; class=&quot;bb_smilies&quot; /&gt; <br /> I've been making a concerted effort to do more walking, a little at a time. I can't wait til spring and maybe make it all the way around the block! &lt;img src=&quot;http://babyboomersus.net/my-plugins/pb--bb-smilies/default/icon_wink.gif&quot; title=&quot;:wink:&quot; class=&quot;bb_smilies&quot; /&gt; </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/greetingsintroducing-myself#post-29 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:28:22 +0000 Eva Pasco 29@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Joe,</p> <p>I notice you are an Amazon affiliate. I'd be delighted to have my novel become an integral part of the site as my book is available at Amazon. </p> <p>Eva </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/fitness#post-28 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:11:53 +0000 Eva Pasco 28@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Beautygrl,</p> <p>You're absolutely right. For years I'd been an avid jogger, then switched to working out on the elliptical trainer. The impact is too jarring as our cartilage wears and we haven't the cushion we used to.</p> <p>Eva Pasco<br /> Author, UNDERLYING NOTES </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/greetingsintroducing-myself#post-27 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:09:32 +0000 Eva Pasco 27@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Thanks, Joe...I appreciate this. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/fitness#post-26 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:26:16 +0000 FitnessOver50 26@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>I work with a trainer for 3 months and then 3 months off.</p> <p>Using the trainer helps me to keep a program together that works for me.</p> <p>I am actually getting stronger and able to do more exercises with greater intensity.</p> <p>Peter<br /> FitnessOver50 </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/greetingsintroducing-myself#post-25 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:07:45 +0000 Joe 25@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Hey Eva,<br /> Sorry it took so long to welcome you to the Forum. I doubt your womens fiction novel will do much for me, but I'll sure tell K about it when she gets home. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/fitness#post-24 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:04:58 +0000 Joe 24@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Hey Beautygrl,<br /> Thanks for the link, I think they may be a little easier on my hips since I can't run (and barely walk sometimes).<br /> Gotta check out more. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/fitness#post-23 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:19:43 +0000 Beautygrl09 23@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Hey boomers,</p> <p>Just wanted to talk about how your fitness routine has changed. I'm a health nut, but I can't keep up with my old routine (too hard on the knees). I've turned to fitness videos; my favorites are by Mirabai Holland, called Moving Free. They're great--I never feel too sore in the morning, and there's no stress on my joints. Check her out at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Moving-Free/174976698070?ref=ts" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Moving-Free/174976698070?ref=ts</a> if you're lookin' for a good workout!</p> <p>What's your fitness routine now that we're gettin' old and gray? </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/greetingsintroducing-myself#post-22 Sat, 23 Jan 2010 10:16:15 +0000 Eva Pasco 22@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>I'm a kindred Baby Boomer, a retired school teacher, and a writer/published author. My women's fiction novel--Chick Lit for Discerning Women-- Underlying Notes,first published in 2007, was re-launched Dec. '09. I write ezine articles pertaining to my native state of Rhode Island. I write weekly articles for a popular Sixties site where I have my own profile page. Sure, I'm chomping at the bit to provide more details about my novel, but I don't want to give the impression that I'm here to grandstand or appear a spammer.</p> <p>I'm a fragrance aficionado as well as an exercise enthusiast. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/introducing-myself#post-20 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 20:45:32 +0000 Anonymous 20@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>I think so..<br /> -------------------<br /> <a href="http://ungvien.com.vn/employer">tuyen dung</a> | <a href="http://ungvien.com.vn">tim viec</a> | <a href="http://ungvien.com.vn">viec lam</a> </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/small-buggypushchairs#post-19 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:54:34 +0000 Rosemarry 19@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Hi<br /> Can anyone give me names of pushchairs buggies which will fit into small hatchback (polo).<br /> Budget dictates that i’ll be buying a 2nd hand buggy so names of any older models would be great. Preferably suitable from birth<br /> I know the quinny buzz seems to fold very small but even 2nd hand ones of these are quite expensive </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/retirement-study-for-50#post-18 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:42:19 +0000 Karla 18@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>This is an invitation to take a quick six-minute survey for a study related to medical tourism and retirement markets in North America. </p> <p>It is targeting U.S.-residing individuals of 50+, with at least a bachelor’s degree (or some university education), and potentially some experience working in professional, technology, or educational fields. </p> <p>Once the goal of 150 respondents is reached, a $300 contribution will be made to the International Community Foundation (www.icfdn.org). </p> <p>Thank you again – here’s the confidential and quick survey link (and it really only takes six minutes!): </p> <p><a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=k9uiyH0hYBpl_2b14jbIfnZA_3d_3d" rel="nofollow">http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=k9uiyH0hYBpl_2b14jbIfnZA_3d_3d</a><br /> Crossborder Group’s North American Retirement Survey </p> <p>Thanks again for considering this – I do appreciate it! </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/introducing-myself#post-16 Sat, 26 Sep 2009 17:44:46 +0000 gigi 16@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>I am stalling while cleaning the house, writing for my own blog, and trying to run out of time before I have to apply myself to 'homework'. I just started back to school to finish my BA after thirty years. I will have it by the end of the year. At various times I've tried to finish it, and even tried to circumvent the system and get my Master's. After all, said I, I have four years--I just left without taking the final finals. No luck. In the meantime, I am awaiting the advent of cool weather here near the devil's tailbone. By next Wednesday temperatures will drop, making field work for the census and the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, more pleasant. I was just beginning to enjoy a little hard-earned unemployment, too. </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/i-never-heard-of-generation-jones#post-15 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 11:20:05 +0000 Joe Hauckes 15@http://babyboomersus.net/ I never heard of GenJones until a commentor brought up the inbetween Boomers & Xers generation over on the BB Blog on the <a href="http://blog.babyboomersus.net/2009/08/it-was-40-years-ago-today/">Woodstock post</a>.<br /> It seems they don't fit into either mold but created one of their own.<br /> Let's talk about the differences and similarities here to get the real story from some of the GenJones set. http://babyboomersus.net/topic/parenting-your-parents#post-14 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 12:01:08 +0000 Joe 14@http://babyboomersus.net/ Karen wrote a great post over on the BB Blog about <a href="http://blog.babyboomersus.net/2009/09/parenting-your-parents/">Parenting your Parents</a> you may want to check out if you are thinking of getting one or both of your parents into Assisted Living. http://babyboomersus.net/topic/new-here-need-help-im-on-a-mission#post-13 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 22:24:42 +0000 richs 13@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>I'm back and sorry it so long to respond. Sorry for the typos too...</p> <p>Well Joe... basically what we have is an income opportunity for all people, all ages.</p> <p>Right now the economic situation is looking very bleak. Not just here in the US but world wide.</p> <p>Now even though things are looking bad all over there are people out there like myself that are making money, and the you lady in the above article.</p> <p>I'm an independent distributor for a company that created a home based business system that is actually portable. You can take with you any where in the world, and actually this amazing product is sold in about 107 countries right now. </p> <p>What the product does for you is this...</p> <p>1. It is a teaching tool that teaches you how to run an online business. You not only get instructions, but you are working on a team. You have several people above you who have mastered the system that are at your disposal if you need assistance. We frequent meetings that serve as basically a classroom. You don't have to leave your home. You just log into your virtual office which is accessed on the web and use all the various instructional videos and other teaching tools that are available. We Also have live conference calls very regularly where can speak to your team members and get help and ideas if you need them</p> <p>2. This is a income opportunity and the reason why you will get so much help is because who ever brings you in to the company makes money of you success and won't make any money if you don't succeed. In other words if you don't make money I don't make money. </p> <p>3. The income opportunity comes from you turning around and bringing others into the company also. You don't need any special training at all. If you know how to use the computer, the internet, and can just follow instructions that are in video format and often verbal... Then you'll do just fine.</p> <p>To find out about Miss Ann from England who lost her job and then came to our company looking for extra income all you have to do is click on this link and you'll see a very brief video of her. <a href="http://sn.im/grann4" rel="nofollow">http://sn.im/grann4</a></p> <p>The economy as far as I can see is still bad, and whether it gets better next or next month it doesn't matter, because there is nothing like having your own profitable business that is recession proof. And also gives you the capabilities and the freedom to travel the world and make an incredible income at the same time.</p> <p>Well that's it for now. Thanks Joe.</p> <p>If you have any questions you can email me here: <a href="mailto:nexprogen@gmail.com">nexprogen@gmail.com</a><br /> Or just leave a comment.</p> <p>Thanks again,<br /> Rich<br /> Live Long &amp; Prosper </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/it-was-40-years-ago-today#post-12 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 07:34:07 +0000 Joe 12@http://babyboomersus.net/ Just a little taste of what it was like at the Greatest Gathering of our Generation.<br /> For your enjoyment, a clip from 40 years ago today. Joe Cocker sings "What would you do if I sang out of tune" to listen to while you watch.<br /> <br /> <object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="425" height="344" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="src" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/GWpjLzKV1ZI&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/GWpjLzKV1ZI&amp;hl=en&amp;fs=1&amp;" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed></object> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/this-weekend-is-the-anniversary#post-11 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 17:13:24 +0000 Joe Hauckes 11@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>This weekend (8/15 to 8/18) is the 40th Anniersary of Woodstock!<br /> Any stories from then or now that you would like to share?<br /> This is the place! </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/new-here-need-help-im-on-a-mission#post-10 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 17:08:14 +0000 Joe Hauckes 10@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Hey richs,<br /> I think you may have a lot to offer some of us Baby Boomers and from the sound of it, possibly other age groups too.<br /> If you tell us a little more about your ideas, we can discuss them and see if they can bear fruit for us "Older" folks.<br /> What say?<br /> (Oh, and I'd really like to hear the story about the British Baby Boomer!) </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/new-here-need-help-im-on-a-mission#post-9 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 03:42:43 +0000 richs 9@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>Hi! My name is Rich...</p> <p>I have an amazing and inspiring success story, about a British Baby Boomer to share.</p> <p>But first let me inform you of this...</p> <p>I'm currently trying to network with baby boomers.<br /> I myself am not a Baby Boomer.<br /> I'm actually 37. I currently live in The Sunshine &amp; Hurricane State of Florida.</p> <p>The reason I am trying to reach out Baby Boomers is because of the current economic situation which despite what the genius in Washington &amp; Wall Street say is not getting better. I pay attention to the markets and I would not trust those fools for a second.</p> <p>Anyways... The organization that I work with is growing and we are trying to tap as many markets as possible with our products.</p> <p>What we offer is alternative incomes... and in depth financial education so that you can invest money with supreme confidence!!!</p> <p>We are currently marketing a year old Portable Business System which gives you the opportunity to 11 sources of income. That's correct 11 streams of income from one item.</p> <p>We are currently offering this product in 107 countries and sales are picking up despite the economic slump. We hope to go public in about 2 maybe 3 years.</p> <p>Please take a look at this short video testimonial from a not so young 53 Year Old British Grand Mother who lost her job, was in desperate straights and used this product to not only replace her lost income, but earn significantly more than what she had been earning previously. She has done so well that she earned an award from our company for setting a record in generating income... She made $250,000 in her very first year... With absolutely no previous experience at all. That is simply amazing...</p> <p>Follow the link to meet Ann: <a href="http://sn.im/grann4" rel="nofollow">http://sn.im/grann4</a></p> <p>Please get in touch with me if you have any questions.<br /> It does look like this forum is a bit unpopulated right now but, I am on mission which I will not go into details about here...</p> <p>Thank you Joe</p> <p>Rich </p> http://babyboomersus.net/topic/my-kids-grown-out#post-8 Thu, 06 Aug 2009 18:17:17 +0000 Joe Hauckes 8@http://babyboomersus.net/ <p>But I still miss him. Even though he's 30+ and we haven't spoken in years, there is still an empty spot where he used to be. &lt;img src=&quot;http://babyboomersus.net/my-plugins/pb--bb-smilies/default/icon_sad.gif&quot; title=&quot;:(&quot; class=&quot;bb_smilies&quot; /&gt; </p>