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marqle

Where on earth did this writer get these #sayings from?

I suppose I'm in the #boomer #age group and I've never said any of them.

I'll admit in #blues parties in the #seventies we'd call #lickashot to rewind a record, but I'm fully aware the #yoot would just be confused by that.

They clearly made these up to knock them down.

#words #language #english #idiom #usage

geediting.com/gb-outdated-phra

Global English Editing · Outdated phrases that boomers need to stop using if they wish to connect with younger generationsLanguage is a fascinating thing. It evolves, shifts, and adapts with each generation. Boomers, we’ve likely all been there: using a phrase we think is hip, only to see our younger counterparts roll their eyes or chuckle. The truth is, clinging onto outdated phrases can create a disconnect with younger generations. So, if you’re a … Continue reading "Outdated phrases that boomers need to stop using if they wish to connect with younger generations"
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the roamer

P.S. We had our children late, and so for us the subtle drag of aging combines with the constant rejuvenating joy of helping two new humans find their way.

It was a blessing that my daughters could see me with my old friends, hear me speak in my mother tongue, see me interact in a way that echoes how I acted and spoke as a young man.

#OldFriends #daughters # parenting #age

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Furthering

I liked this article about intergenerational friendships. I know for me, I've always preferred to have friends in a range of ages.

One of the ways it works is if you see each other as equals rather than one lording their supposed greater experience over the other.

I approach younger friends as people who know what themselves and what they want. I'm not them, and I don't have more answers. I can only share my experience if that might be helpful, but mostly it's about listening.

But listening is self-beneficial, as well. You can always learn something about yourself by listening to others, no matter what their age.

slate.com/life/2025/03/friends

Slate · People Are Always Shocked by Who My Best Friend Is. But We Have Something Undeniably Special.By Harris Sockel
#Friendship#Relationships#Age
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