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From the lens From Boomer to Senior.

Our lens is a work in progress (sort of like baby boomers), so tell me what you'd like to see here. Are you a boomer turning senior? What topics are of interest to you? Here's your opportunity to speak up and help me continue to improve my lens! Not a boomer? I'd love to read your comments, too!

  • SoonerOrLater Oct 9, 2011 @ 7:57 pm | delete
    Nice lens. Being raised in the TV Generation, I love TV sitcoms. I actually caught an episode of "Hazel" last week.
  • wordstock Aug 13, 2011 @ 10:21 am | delete
    I'm a senior raising a grandchild and planning to homeschool this year. I don't have time for all this nonsense. However, I am getting ready to cover all the mirrors. Great lens, angel blessed.
  • CCGAL Jul 31, 2011 @ 5:55 pm | delete
    I'm a boomer married to a senior. He's retired ... I'm not. Trying to earn my living online so as to be there for him during his "reclining" years. It's tough.
  • Ladymermaid Jul 26, 2011 @ 8:31 am | delete
    I'm a boomer who is retired but not a senior citizen. I'm inching up there, but as I have been retired for awhile now due a disability, it is like everyone else is just catching up to me ;)
  • Joan4 May 14, 2011 @ 5:21 pm | delete
    I have passed the boomer stage and am now happily a senior citizen! I even had a graduation for myself! Our adult kids are our best friends! It's wonderful!
  • MickeyCarroll Feb 9, 2011 @ 9:30 am | delete
    Hello Guest Book @ Squido Thank you for your link on your Boomer to Senior page. Excuse me if I haven't responded properly I'm new at this internet thing remember I go back to out door plumbing

    All the best to you and a huge success with your internet adventure

    Old Dawg
  • MickeyCarroll Feb 8, 2011 @ 7:22 pm | delete
    Hello Baby Boomers I think this is a perfect song for our Valentines Day . It was my 70th birthday and I decided to record this song entitled Old Dogs and share this with friends . So far the response is to cool . it's scheduled for PBS /TV /Radio

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8inY6flQFaE&feature=youtube_gdata

    All the best with your creative adventures in life
    Mickey

    Mickey Carroll
    Grammy Nominee
    Gold Record Recipient
  • paperfacets Nov 23, 2010 @ 12:32 am | delete
    The way I see the economy at the moment is the boomers are keeping everything together with the earning power we collected through the years. Without our spending power the States would really be in a recession. I still have adult children at home, but I did feel separation feelings when my oldest decided to get her own place at nineteen.
    I love my age. I still feel like a boomer instead of a senior.
  • Marvagold Nov 11, 2010 @ 6:49 am | delete
    Aging, keepin health, phisically and mentally and rebranding. It is not easy to change a mid career or to start all over again at the age of 50.
  • Blkeeslar Oct 10, 2010 @ 2:45 pm | delete
    Yes the physical aspect of aging is something we must all learn to deal with, but when I look back at my grandparents they were no where near as physically active as I am. ( I am 63). My 8 year old grandson told me this summer that I was fun, not like other grandmas. We had just come in from fishing in 100 degree heat. That made me feel so good! Staying active and fit is the key. Great lens, I'll be back
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jan 31, 2010 @ 5:24 pm | delete
    My fist child is off in college. This is her second year. I still miss her terribly but I no longer cry each day. I'm not sure how it will be if she gets a job away from us this summer. I wonder if I will have energy for grandchildren.
  • Susan52 Jan 31, 2010 @ 6:35 pm | delete
    Evelyn, I think my energy has actually picked up since I've pretty much gotten over the empty nest syndrome. It's amazing how that can drag you down. Of course both my children are currently within 100 miles, so it's easier for me than it will be when one likely leaves the area upon college graduation later this year.
  • Risa28 Feb 10, 2009 @ 3:28 pm | delete
    Nice lens, I love the great photos of wrinkles, I have a much deeper appreciation of them now. 5*s
  • MoomettesMagnificents Jan 14, 2009 @ 10:39 am | delete
    Wonderful Lens!

    As the Editor of the Timeless Bliss channel for mature women and Baby Boomers, I'm excited to have you as a Contributing Writer! Congratulations!

    I hope all your Squidoo readers and friends will come visit Timeless Bliss
  • fotolady49 Jan 9, 2009 @ 6:04 pm | delete
    It is so great to read this and know that there is a whole bunch of us, and that we aren't alone! There are so many good things to read on here. Growing older is sometimes challenging, but we really don't have a choice but acceptance, at least that is the only positive option! I will be back when the senior moments get too hard to handle alone...LOL!
  • JaguarJulie Aug 24, 2008 @ 9:45 am | delete
    Ah Susan -- dropped back in to rate your lens but see I've already been here in April! Love your creative approach with your lenses.
  • Cumberland Aug 1, 2008 @ 3:05 pm | delete
    I just reached the "60" milestone in July. I truly believe age should be approached with equal parts humor, caution, expectation, curiosity and humor. The two parts of humor are essential.

    Whatever you may do, don't forget to be an embarrassment to your children.
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Jul 28, 2008 @ 4:10 pm | delete
    We boomers are a force!
  • LarryBass Jul 19, 2008 @ 4:04 pm | delete
    What a fine Boomer lens you've started here. Tons of great info, links and goodwill to boot! I too am a BB, yet I've been a practicing survivalist most of my life and have been trying to take care of my health all along. I'm into eating a lot of LIVE foods and the only wrinkles I think I really have are the crows-feet, I think they are called, in the corners of my eyes. Some days there is a puffiness under my eyes and other days the skin there, is a little loose and sort of saggy. If that's wrinklin', I can live with that. :-)

    I'll be back and I'll check out more of your lenses too. Just found ya to-day.

    Five stars for sure...

    lb
  • stargazer00 Jul 12, 2008 @ 8:00 pm | delete
    Not quite at the empty nest. One has flown and two to go. Helpful info here! 5* and a lensroll to my Oscar's Drive-In Lens. San Diego Boomers will recognize it. ;-)
  • BLLindstrom Jun 19, 2008 @ 8:02 pm | delete
    Great lens! I've given it 5 STARS. I'd love for you to visit my lens, see what I'm about, and say hello if you'd like while you are there :-)
  • BFuniv.com May 25, 2008 @ 7:13 am | delete
    The only section on this page that doesn't apply to me is the TV page - I gave my TV away. I find now instead of TV I walk, read, or work on the internet. Life, she is good.
  • DAD1104 May 23, 2008 @ 8:12 pm | delete
    Boomers are you Celiac Free. Check wioth your Doctor for Gluten-free diet.
  • beeobrien Apr 29, 2008 @ 12:14 pm | delete
    Hi,I'm adding your lens to featured lenses in Cool Gadgets for Baby Boomers.
  • JaguarJulie Apr 19, 2008 @ 11:17 am | delete
    Hi Susan--thanks for visiting poor poor Vincent who surely wouldn't be able to handle menopausal women today--he'd probably cut off his other ear too! ;-) Love this lens. I won't be confessing my true age, just not yet -- I prefer a little mystery--keeps 'em guessing. AB
  • mulberry Apr 17, 2008 @ 5:19 pm | delete
    Excellent lens. I'm confused about who falls within the Boomer category. Years ago when I read about Boomer's I didn't fall within the category, then several years later, it seemed I was close, now it seems I am included (I just turned 49. It seems to be a moving target.
  • sellingnicestuff Apr 16, 2008 @ 8:51 am | delete
    Wrinkles are beautiful and works of natural art! Works of art will be everywhere in a few years! Great lens
  • flowergardener Mar 19, 2008 @ 1:33 am | delete
    I'm a Boomer, and I got a B grade only because it's been nearly 5 years since my nest has been empty.
  • RinchenChodron Jan 21, 2008 @ 5:38 pm | delete
    Thanks for your lens. I am a boomer, but there is no empty nest. That's kind of a concern since I have no children to care for me in my old age. I don't want to stay alone, but I hesitate to do eHarmony. I'm ready to find someone to travel with and enjoy life. I'm still a little young to retire, but am on the verge. I'll have my own boomer lens soon - it is now February - check back anytime after March.
  • LaraineRose Jan 18, 2008 @ 3:36 am | delete
    Another great lens! Another 5 stars for you. Keep up the good work - it almost makes aging wonderful to read the jokes. Dad lived to 94. I have a long way to go.
  • Signhappy Dec 31, 2007 @ 5:45 pm | delete
    Another terrific lens. 5 stars!
  • emailcash Oct 31, 2007 @ 11:03 am | delete
    Very nice lens and a lot of good information on seniors and aging. Definitely a 5 star!

    Lewis
    Baby Boomers Get Fit
  • Music_Preservationist Oct 2, 2007 @ 1:07 pm | delete
    You've certainly got my age group! I think your lens readers may enjoy my video on Christmas music from the past. If you do stop by, please say hello. I'd love to hear from you.
  • Forgiven Aug 19, 2007 @ 3:00 pm | delete
    5 Star lens! When you get time please check out my lens faithography
  • marlene3 Aug 13, 2007 @ 2:00 am | delete
    Very nice lens with good and extensive contents. Keep up the good work and Good Bless. Thanks for the info. Marlene http://www.squidoo.com/healthquestions
  • Howdy 'n Betty Aug 12, 2007 @ 1:17 am | delete
    Please join the group: http://www.squidoo.com/group/admin/Boomerifics
    For all baby boomers plus! Thanks!
  • Meg Aug 5, 2007 @ 9:30 am | delete
    Love your wrinkle flickr images. Great Idea.

    Meg
    www.activegrandma.com
  • giddygabby Jun 18, 2007 @ 2:51 am | delete
    Congratulations, Susan, on winning Baby Boomer Lens of the Week!
  • Beth_C Jun 16, 2007 @ 2:40 pm | delete
    As usual Ms Susan, you've created an interesting and informative lens. keep up the good work! How's the new ebay store doing?
  • ronpass Jun 8, 2007 @ 10:18 pm | delete
    5 stars from another Boomer turned senior.I am really in a creative phase of my life now and building my internet skills hourly. How do you overcome the age bias? Love the wrinkles. Squidoo marketing lens:
    Squidoo Marketing Strategies
  • GrillGirl Jun 5, 2007 @ 5:45 pm | delete
    Another great lens you have. I don't think you're really a senior until you're . . . hum . . . maybe 70. Then again, the grocery guy asked if I needed help with my groceries today. HUM. I'm 45.
  • rms Jun 5, 2007 @ 2:51 pm | delete
    5 stars! Very nice informative lens!
  • Coral_Milburn_Curtis Jun 5, 2007 @ 7:22 am | delete
    5 stars from a fellow Boomer.
    Coral
  • gzone Jun 2, 2007 @ 8:47 pm | delete
    Nice job...I'm going to add this place to my list, and give it 5 yes 5 stars!
  • ArtfulThoughts Jun 2, 2007 @ 8:16 pm | delete
    Nice lens! I especially loved the wrinkle photos. *smile*
  • Margaret_Schaut Jun 2, 2007 @ 8:43 am | delete
    If you can't beat the wrinkles, celebrate them!
  • Graceonline Jun 2, 2007 @ 4:59 am | delete
    Your Flickr wrinkles selection is beautiful. I got lost in the images. Will have to come back and look again, so you're going on my lensroll.
  • Janusz May 28, 2007 @ 5:57 pm | delete
    Nice Lens although Im not quite a Boomer yet
  • giddygabby May 27, 2007 @ 1:05 pm | delete
    Sure there's stuff I'd like to know. What's changin' about the way we Boomers have fun? Do agin' hippies still smoke pot? DID they fry their brains on drugs? Do we dance together more than apart now? How many of us are still hang-glidin' and surfin? Who are our favorite tunesmiths?

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Susan52 is a baby boomer, a retired homeschool mom, and a Giant Squid on Squidoo where she recently celebrated her five-year anniversary. She enjoys w... more »

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