Tag: Generation X
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Navigating Generational Differences: My Husband and I, Despite a 15-Year Gap, Are Both Gen-X
Get Pregnant Fast “You remember that?” Jake asks, raising an eyebrow in playful disbelief. “We’re definitely from the same generation.” The question of whether we truly belong to Generation X is a recurring theme in our household. My husband was born in 1965, while I entered the world in 1980. Some might argue that he…
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15 Movie Soundtracks That Shaped Generation X
Get Pregnant Fast In no particular order, let’s revisit some unforgettable movie soundtracks that defined our generation: Saturday Night Fever While it may have been the soundtrack to our parents’ disco nights, the 1977 album catapulted the Bee Gees into our childhood memories. Top Gun Everyone should have a moment where they belt out “You’ve…
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Gen Xers Still Embracing Life, Inspired by Robin Williams
Get Pregnant Fast As a proud member of Generation X, born in the early ’70s, my childhood was filled with the unforgettable presence of Robin Williams. From his frenetic stand-up routines on Johnny Carson to his iconic catchphrase “nanoo, nanoo” on Mork & Mindy, Williams was a constant source of joy in our home. Late-night…
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More Generation X References That My Kids Just Don’t Understand
Get Pregnant Fast I spotted him in the backyard yesterday—the season’s first rabbit. With a big, buck-toothed grin, he hopped through the trees and onto my lawn. Each spring and summer, this little guy wreaks havoc on my grass, chomping down on tender shoots and leaving behind unsightly bald patches, along with a collection of…
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The Day Kurt Cobain and the Grunge Era Shifted Forever
Get Pregnant Fast It was 1991, a pivotal year for many of us navigating the tumultuous landscape of high school or college life. MTV remained the go-to platform for the latest music videos, and on September 29, we eagerly tuned in to witness a blond-haired figure thrashing on stage, his energy contagious. A group of…
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29 Signs You’re a True Member of Generation X
Get Pregnant Fast Generation X. Once upon a time, we were the underdogs, often compared unfavorably to the Millennials. We stepped into adulthood during a recession, and many predicted we’d be the first generation to fare worse than our parents. We didn’t experience wartime like previous generations, grew up in suburban neighborhoods, and our formative…
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Generation X’s Parenting Dilemma
Get Pregnant Fast Do you remember what it was like to be a kid? We wore our house keys around our necks, almost like badges of honor, and we walked home from school solo, letting ourselves in while our parents were still clocking hours at work. We navigated busy streets just to buy bubble gum…
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Maybe It’s Time to Give Millennials a Break
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 26, 2016 Originally Published: May 24, 2005 During my first pregnancy, I often found myself declaring, “I WILL NEVER…” followed by a laundry list of things I swore I would avoid as a parent. From vowing never to let my kids watch annoying shows to avoiding baby talk, I had…
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The Gen-X Manifesto: A Celebration of the Unique Generation
Get Pregnant Fast We are Generation X, the extraordinary cohort. Though our numbers may be dwarfed by both our parents and our children, our impact is undeniable. We may have had our share of wild times, but we also grew up navigating the harsh realities of a world that taught us lessons through adversity. The…