Dave Barry Turns 40 Boomers Turn Mature
Dave Barry jokes about turning 40 and becoming middle aged. He argues Boomers must accept leadership roles as younger generations take over, lampooning aging habits, office play, and a maturity quiz. The piece satirizes aging, media culture, and the late 20th century American lifestyle.
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Midlife Crisis Manual Turns Cynical On Sex And Career
A humorous take on male midlife crisis begins with career dissatisfaction and absurd antics from lawyers to hang gliding instructors. It lampoons self help trends, lampooning pop psychology, while urging readers to cope with aging, sex myths, and the urge to change life paths. The piece ends with a sharp aside and meta humor about writing the column.
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