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The Secret Diary of Donald Trump

December 22, 2015

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June 15, 2015 Dear Diary, For many years, now, I have found it necessary to hide my true nature to the world.  I have presented the false face of a ruthless tycoon, one who cares for little more than building a vast real estate empire.  I have named all of my projects in honor of […]

A Presidential Round Table

December 16, 2015

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(The actual, and living, Dr Harold Bornstein) Those of you who have not been rendered unconcious by attempting to carry all the large Amazon parcels being delived to you during this holiday season, may be aware that Donald Trump this week has tweeted the following: “I am proud to share this health report, written by […]

6 Ways Your Body Gets Better With Age

December 14, 2015

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  An alert reader sent Life in the Boomer Lane an article from Healthy Living, titled “6 Ways Your Body Gets Better With Age.” This was five more ways than LBL was aware of.   The only way she is currently aware that her body is getting better with age, is that as she continues […]

Panasonic Home Team: The Best Free Christmas Present for Grandparents and Grandchildren

December 10, 2015

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  When Life in the Boomer Lane’s Only Daughter moved to London, LBL was crushed. Then, OD got pregnant, and LBL imagined that her grandchild would grow up never knowing her. Worse, he would have an English accent and would make fun of LBL’s vaguely Philly accent. When the baby was born, LBL decided to […]

LBL’s Favorite Things for Holiday 2015

December 3, 2015

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  In deference to Oprah’s Favorite Things for Holiday 2015, Life in the Boomer Lane has decided to share with you a handful of items she believes are worth spending your money on during the holiday season. And the bonus is that you don’t have to run to the mall to get them. We’ll start […]

Being Hanukkah in a Christmas World

December 2, 2015

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  Christmas used to wait patiently until the day after Thanksgiving to make its appearance. But, like all other major sports, it has dramatically lengthened its season. It now bursts onto the scene the day after Halloween, accompanied by its own music and glitter.  In the near future, Life in the Boomer Lane fully expects […]

Be Thankful for Your Aging Brain

November 23, 2015

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Since the annual Christmas Monster that Swallowed the Western World now hits stores on the day after Halloween, Thanksgiving, with no costumes and no presents,  has been largely ignored. For that reason, as the holiday is fast approaching, you may have given no thought to what you are thankful for. And, if you are a […]

Guns, Internment Camps, and Falafel

November 20, 2015

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Life in the Boomer Lane is having a bad week.  She is finding it increasingly difficult to keep track of what various politico-types are suggesting as ways to deal with the horrific events that occured in Paris. The following is a test for all loyal readers. After each person’s name, there are statements. One is […]

The Sandwich Generation

November 18, 2015

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  The following is a guest post from BMO Harris Premier Services. BMO Harris Financial Advisors, Inc. offers a comprehensive range of investment advisory products that include financial planning strategies and estate planning strategies, insurance and brokerage products and services, to meet the financial needs of mass affluent clients. Offices are located throughout the U.S. Learn […]

Men Say They Like Smart Women, But Science Says They’re Full of Sh*t

November 9, 2015

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There’s an old joke that goes something like this: An employer interviewed three women for a job.  One had the best education.  Another had the best experience.  A third had the best references.  Which woman did the employer hire? Answer: The one with the biggest tits.  Of course, had that employer been an actual person […]