Boomers took the first slap from the Do It Yourself movement. Old timers had a saying: “If it was build by a man, it can be fixed by a man.” They usually said it before they reconditioned a scrapped tractor with bubble gum and bailing wire. Those were the garage wizards building cars before the […]
How Chief Broom Explains Politics
October 3, 2013 by
With Help From Ken Kesey. Every baby boomer born finds emotional relief in Beatles lyrics. It comes with the territory. You find yourself in times of trouble, then what? Do you let it be? Boomerpdx says consult the classics. Start with One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest.
Tigard Backpack Program
October 2, 2013 by
Charlie Sandbo Shows How To Help A Food Budget. How often do you read about retiring Baby Boomers striving to remain relevant? Whether it’s their family, their community at large, or something on a national level, Boomers keep looking for a better way. Is it a surprise that a boomer couple’s son would do the […]
How To Oregon Beach
September 26, 2013 by
If you live in the valleys or plains, the first part of beach fun is getting there. All roads west end near the ocean, so set your compass. If you’re particular, or have a reservation, take a road that ends near your landing spot. Common sense works at the beach.
How To Keep Baby Boomer Time
September 18, 2013 by
The First Step: Hank Williams Birthday With Live Band Karaoke. How often does something come up and you think, “I don’t have time for that?” You don’t have time? Or is it something else, like, “I’m too old for that?” Boomer, please. You have your dignity. You have your pride. You’ve paid your dues. Step […]
How To Attend A Baby Boomer High School Reunion
September 16, 2013 by
Lessons From The Front Whether you’re a city boomer or country boomer, big school or small, these rules apply. If you were home schooled, tag along with friends from the local high school. If your Mom wants to go, you make that call.
Learning To Water The Boomer Bamboo
September 10, 2013 by
Baby Boomers experience more enlightenment, and non-enlightenment, than any other slice of American pie. They didn’t invent religion or spiritualism. Boomers just think they improved on the one size fits all choice. The only problem was discovering one that fit them. They’ve seen more than a few. Did a friend ever show up as a Moonie in […]
Environmental Working Group and NW Boomer
September 3, 2013 by
One is a guide for healthier living and toxin awareness. The other is a lifestyle guide for better Boomer living. They meet where the rubber hits the road, or the food hits the table, or the eye shadow hits the skin. Where one guide is for everyone seeking a less toxic choice in a more […]
How To Travel Out West
August 22, 2013 by
Baby boomers come west for every reason, but there’s one most important when you start. Know which way is west. NW Boomer says, “It’s thataway.” You’ll know you’re in Oregon by the greenery. Once you drop down from the hills you’ll think you’re in England.
