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Category: LEISURE
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The Generation Before Boomers-A Tribute to our Parents
When people talk about American generations, Baby Boomers tend to loom large—shorthand for postwar optimism, suburbia, and a new kind of prosperity. But behind every Boomer is a parent or grandparent from a world just as complex, shaped by World War II, the Great Depression, and social conformity. So who raised the Boomers, and how…
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Chasing a Family “O”: Chapter 1
My obsession with family history didn’t start with a grand discovery or a box of old letters—just a nagging curiosity that refused to let go. Growing up, Aunt Pauline—everyone called her “Panny,” though nobody could tell you why—was the self-appointed family historian on my mom’s side. She’d charted out our entire lineage, swearing up and…
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Where to Find Places You Can Learn Stuff for Free
For many retirees, newfound free time is a rare gift. While travel, gardening, and visiting grandchildren are popular pursuits, a growing number of seniors are discovering the joy of learning for its own sake. The best part? Across the country, it’s possible to take classes, pursue new hobbies, and even attend college lectures—all for free.…
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“Hail Mary” is Amazon MGM’s Prayer for E.T. Infamy
Every so often, a movie comes along with a premise so wild it almost dares you to take it seriously. “Hail Mary,” Amazon MGM’s latest sci-fi gamble, is one of those movies. It starts with Ryan Gosling scrubbing up for a suicide mission to save Earth (no pressure), and ends with an alien creature that…
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Who’s the King (or Queen) of Streaming?
Remember when TV night meant a comfy chair, a remote, and popcorn? Now, the popcorn’s the same, but finding something to watch—and deciding where to watch it—is a lot more complicated. With so many streaming services competing for your attention and your wallet, the question today isn’t “what’s on?” but “where do I start?” Let’s…
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