Why “The Proud Boomer”?

Because we’re the generation that grew up without seat belts, survived lawn darts, and “somehow managed” to turn into something fierce—not plastic motivational slogans. You won’t find preaching here. You’ll find a guy who’s been scarred and shrugged and told it like it is. 1

Who’s behind this?

John Harris: Navy vet, cancer survivor, wellness coach (without the jazz hands), and writer. He’s not selling smoothies or affirmations—just real talk from a guy who’s seen the abyss and lived to curse it.

What kind of stuff do you write?

• Horror and sci-fi that digs into the dark corners of the soul.

• Essays that punch you in the gut before offering a hard-earned hug.

• Opinion pieces and “Boomer Stories” about aging, trauma, surviving—without nonsense.

Am I going to get wellness tips or kooky trends?

Nope. No Goop starter kits, no kale-chakra juicing. If it smells like hype or BS, it’s not here. What you will get is real, practical wellness from someone who dumped the crap and just survived.

Is this just for Boomers?

Not at all. If you’ve ever faced down something ugly and come out the other side, it’s for you. Don’t worry—if you’re younger, we’re not going to condescend. We’re going to tell the truth.

Can I pitch a story or idea?

Absolutely. Have a gut-punch tale, a weird memory, or a dark confession? Want collaboration or a speaking gig—not a TED Talk, just real talk? Send it via the contact form or email

What’s with the horror and fiction?

John writes horror that chills because it’s rooted in real shit we push down. Sci-fi that questions our world. Fiction that crawls under your skin and won’t let go. It’s night lights and nightmares mixed.

Why all the anti-fluff tone?

Because life’s messy. If someone’s peddling a “neat bow” or “transformational hack,” punch them. You don’t need that. You need someone who's been there, grabbed the pieces, and gave them back without glossing over the blood.

How do I stay updated?

Follow the blog, check the Fiction, Horror, and Opinion pages, or just drop in. No newsletter fluff—just stuff that’ll land in your inbox when it lands. Contact if you want everything or just the weird horror stuff.