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Celebrating 60 As The Start Of A New Chapter (NAPSA)—Baby Boomers, a generation known for altering the A Lesson in Pancakes definition of what it means to be (NAPSA)—Many people think an adult, are reaching and of pancakes as a true all-Ameri- redefining 60. can food. However, research shows After taking longer to grow up, that the pancake has a rich, inter- have children and retire, this gen- national history. eration (born between 1946 and Some historians believe that 1964) will fundamentally rethink pancakes, as Americans know what it means to be an older them, had their start in medieval adult. Will it be more fun? More Europe. Throughout history the adventurous? ingredients, cooking implements Celebrities turning 60 this year and the final product with its mul- The first fire department include Diane Keaton, Suzanne titude of toppings have reflected of day in the East Tennessee town established by municipal action Somers, Donald Trump, Cher, Photo credit: Granitz-Wireimage.com regional cuisine and local cus- of Pigeon Forge. was in New York City in 1659. Candice Bergen and Steven Spiel- Baby Boomers are finding ways toms. Germany’s potato pancakes, While their town is known as berg and, according to Gail to reinvent what it means to be France’s crepes, American Indian an action-packed destination, the Sheehy, author of the best-selling 60 and older. cornmeal cakes and Scotland’s people there pride themselves in book “Passages,” the best may be scones are all members of the pan- making everyone feel like family. yet to come. The future of this For some Boomers, these years cake family. And to keep a family happy, you generation is likely to be full of are a chance to try entrepreneur- Pancakes even hold a place in have to feed them well. some interesting surprises. ship or apply their talents in the Shakespearean literature, men- Pigeon Forge takes care of that “This is a generation that has nonprofit world. tioned by the Bard in “All’s Well with a large dose of tasty, moun- made a habit of reinventing them- Many of today’s women enter- That Ends Well” and “As You Like tain cooking, including plenty of selves,” says Sheehy, a contribut- ing the next stage of life are more It.” The flat food plays a role in pancake houses. When touring, ing editor at Parade. feisty than fearful. Workforce par- some age-old religious customs, visitors will find more than a Sheehy says she enjoys the ticipation by older women has also such as the annual Lenten pan- dozen specialty pancake restau- freedom of being in her 60s and increased dramatically with 70 cake race in the English town of rants and numerous others that feels driven to “put out the word percent of all women 50 to 59 Olney, first run in 1445. include pancakes on their menus. that midlife today is a gift that working. Cornmeal pancakes were called You’ll find pancakes in all sizes, keeps on giving.” Earlier on in life How would you describe people Indian cakes as early as 1607. shapes and flavors, with so many people are bound by roles such as in their 60s to 80s who are still Dutch immigrants to America toppings your mouth may water student, apprentice, spouse or working, still physically active, made buckwheat cakes, while and your head may spin. parent. “But after 50, we can and still open to adventure? The English settlers brought the feast Pigeon Forge, a popular tourist Leotards are named for Julius finally be truly ourselves.” terms “senior citizen,” “old” or of Pancake Tuesday, the old name destination located at the foothills Leotard, an 18th century French What will Boomers make of even “retired” hardly seem appro- for Shrove Tuesday, the day before of the Great Smoky Mountains, is gymnast. life’s next great challenge? For a priate, says Sheehy, who likes to the Lenten fast begins. famous for its music, shopping start, most Boomers expect to con- call this the “Age of Mastery.” By 1745 Americans were refer- and attractions including Dolly- tinue working through their 60s Parade, the Harvard School of ring to hoe cakes and Johnny wood theme park, and is filled and some into their 70s or beyond. Public Health and the MetLife cakes, but according to the Encyclo- with dozens of ways to burn off a This new expectation is fueled Foundation invite readers to pedia of American Food and Drink, few pancake calories. both by their desire to feel a con- name and define this period of the word “pancake” itself was not a For more information about the tinuing sense of purpose and life. The best submissions may be popular usage until the 1870s. fun and food you’ll find in Pigeon social participation, and also featured in a future issue of Pancakes have become a staple Forge, Tennessee, call 1-800-251- because they must be prepared to Parade. To learn more and send of the American breakfast table, 9100 or visit www.mypigeon 15 support themselves for elongated your response, visit www. but they are appropriate anytime forge.com. later lives. parade.com.