Ehrhart offers insight into the views of gender expectations and the perpetuation thereof in early 20th century America across generations in their understanding of, expression of, and attentiveness to prescribed versus assumed responsibility.
Pughe offers a political commentary on the treatment of the elderly by the Democratic Party, influenced by the context of early-20th-century American politics.
Callot inspires reflection upon the ideas self-perception and external perception of the elderly, as well as socioeconomic status and how class continuation creates varying effects as one ages.
In a humorous manner of expression, Bell illustrates a dialogue between a young boy and his father that touches on the differently-perceived connotation of the word "old" between generations.
The elements of home, familiarity, and comfort embodied by women and the way are portrayed as a consistent image that follows a woman throughout her lifetime into old age.
Shanahan conveys ideas about dementia, intergenerational relations, social impacts of aging, and changes in engagement in past recreational activities as an elderly person.