There have been some great Gen-X posts lately that I’m delighted to share with you, especially one published on the the Foundation for Economic Education’s website, Why Halloween Costumes Used to Be Terrible. It’s a fascinating read that offers a quick lesson in the global economy. The author, Richard N. Lorenc, explains how much wealthier we have […]
By The Time You’re 50
Like every other Gen-Xer born in 1967, I turn 50-years-old this year. In fact, yesterday was my 50th Birthday! Happy Birthday to me! After all these years, I’ve learned a thing or two and come to a few conclusions. By the time you’re 50, you’ve lost at least a few good friends from your childhood or […]
Aging and Gen X: Study Reveals Xers Want To Live Past 90
Slackers Aging: The generation that’s been perpetually too young and old at the same time faces the stress of aging. Bruce Springsteen, Madonna Way before Nirvana There was U2 and Blondie And music still on M-T-V Her two kids in high school They tell her that she’s uncool But she’s still preoccupied With 19, 19, […]
Study Reveals Gen X Women Are Social Media Addicts
According to a new study by Nielsen Generation X spends more time on social media than any other generation including Millennials. Xers spend nearly 7 hours per week on various networks versus Millennials, who come in second, at just over 6 hours per week. Moreover, it’s primarily Gen X women. They spend 25 percent of their time online is on […]
Week’s Top Stories About Gen X (January 1-7)
Before we kick off the first Blue Plate Special of the year (the week’s top stories about Generation X), I want to share with you the Daily Photo. It’s Kirsten Major‘s Preppy Secrets Diary from 1984. This is such a rarity. I have not been able to locate a copy on Amazon, Etsy, eBay or […]
Gen X News Headlines (10.20.16 Edition)
Check out the latest Gen X News headlines. CNN Luke Perry’s AARP cover means you’re old Luke Perry recently turned 50. Let that sink in… Dylan McKay from “Beverly Hills 90210” is half a century old. The actor celebrated his big day on October 11 and we can thank AARP magazine for reminding us. Huffington Post Australia […]