Too Soon Old, Too Late Smart

Intergenerational Bonding

and understand the generational gap regarding music,

dress, attitudes, and habits.

Mr. and Mrs. Dean Carlton, Portland, Oregon

Be a part of the other generation's life. For my sons,

I coached and attended everything I could that they did

from basketball, football, and soccer games to school

plays. With my grandson, I am giving as much time as

possible, swinging on the porch, walking, and playing to

holding him in my lap and reading to him.

Dave Bishop, Little Rock, Arkansas

Trying to stay up with your children as they get older

helps a lot. Staying involved in their activities/interests

helps in the bonding process. Communication with

other generations, including the older one is essential.

Being a genuine person with all (both younger and

older) helps so much.

Max Reiboldt, Alpharetta, Georgia

If you study the Bible and pay attention to the life of

Christ, you will become a very good person. That

person will not have much trouble bonding with others.

If you do, then consider if you really need to bond with

that person.

Bob Little, Abingdon, Maryland

I try to talk to older or younger people about the

things that they are interested in. I also try to teach

younger people what I know about my hobbies such as

hunting or fishing. This works well for intergenerational

bonding.

Bob Wright, Judsonia, Arkansas