the red hook
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Story by Brian Abate, page 5 WALKING WITH COFFEE A Boomer talks with a Millennial. Boomer– R.J. Cirillo Millennial – Jacob Cooper
We are drinking coffee in Fort Greene ( 2 cups $11) R.J. “The term ‘Boomer’ has become almost a put down, what’s your reaction to that?”
Jacob Cooper
Jacob- “It is a general stereotype because we feel the attitude of the ‘Boomers’ towards us is negative, all that “avocado toast” stuff. But it’s not a bad thing really. I actually have some very fun people older than me that I like to hang out with.
R.J.- “So there are a few of us you’ll tolerate.” Jacob- “Yes a few.” (laughs)
R.J. “So, as boomer I always sat down with a cup of coffee. Now I see people, couples walking down the street, drinking their coffee from takeout cups and travel mugs. Why is that.?”
Jacob- “I think my friends are often in a hurry and it’s part of the routine. Like you are walking to work, going to the subway. It’s not a special moment, just part of the day. You pick it up and move on to your next destination as quickly as possible.”
R.J.- “So it’s all part of the flow, because the old term “coffee break” has been absorbed. It was a pause in the workday which my view has been abandoned in the name of efficiency.” Jacob- “When I worked in an office, the coffee break would be walking to get coffee, coming back and drinking it at their desk.” R.J. – “Got it. I went to Hunter college in 1969, it cost $300 a semester.” Jacob- Jealous!”
R.J.- “So the question is, what’s your reaction the sky rocketing costs of college tuition today?” Jacob- “Actually it did not
affect me personally. As long as I worked hard and studied hard, my parents were willing to cover the costs. I have friends who are burdened with debt, and I understand how hard it is.” R.J.-BTW where did you go to college? Jacob- “I went to Cornell.”
R.J.- “Oh, like Andy Bernard.” Jacob- “Yeah, the Nard Dog, haaa!”
R.J.- “I moved out when I was 18, rented a one bedroom on Albermarle Road for $90 a month. I know what rents are now, reaction?
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