How Others are Viewing the Big 5-0

I've just finishing reviewing some online calls for writers, and found that, suddenly, I can answer those ads that ask for writers who are 50+. (well ok, give me a couple of months, officially). However, I just can't get over the descriptions used - "Wanted Senior Writer (50+)." While I am trying to come to terms with turning 50, being called an "older worker" by Fortune magazine and having salesclerks call me "ma'am," I am just not ready for the SENIOR label. So, I took a little trip around the net and found a few sites that offer various perspectives on turning 50. I'm not endorsing anything on these pages (well, OK, the one by Dave Barry I wholeheartedly endorse, because, he is, after all, my idol) but thought I'd pass them on for your review.

http://www.usboomers.com/birthday.htm
http://www.everydaywarriors.com/adults/jillian_50.html
http://www.fiftiesweb.com/pop/turning-50.htm
http://www.geocities.com/sjhuterer/
http://www.expage.com/page/dabombdavebarry
http://www.blessingsforlife.com/women/reachingforthestars.htm
http://www.marketresearch.com/researchindex/128431.html
(Find out how marketers are looking at the 50+ crowd)
http://www.theage.com.au/news/Golf/Norman-turning-50-and-looking-to-senior-tour/2005/01/18/1105810912444.html?oneclick=true
(At least in professional golf they HAVE a professional realm for the 50+ set!)
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