The video below says there is, but only if we look at things from a different perspective. It was created as part of a 2007 AARP contest on YouTube, to open an intergenerational dialogue encouraging young people to speak their minds and give AARP insight into their views.

The goal of the U@50 Challenge was to give people between the ages of 18 and 30 the chance to submit short videos describing what they expect their lives to be like at age 50. More than 50 videos were submitted from across the country and from these the five top videos were selected by a panel of judges based on their technical quality, creativity, and their ability to foster discussion.

The first-place video entitled “When I’m 50…” was submitted by Ilya Polyakov, a film studies student from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts, and earned a $5000 prize.

This second-place video was created by Jonathan Reed of Georgia State University in Atlanta, Georgia. His point is clear: No matter how bleak our future looks, we can change it by approaching it from a different perspective.

“The aim of this contest was to create a dialogue between the generations and to gain an understanding of what concerns our future members,” said AARP Director of Academic Affairs Harry R. Moody. “We have been impressed with the enthusiasm young people have had for this contest. These videos have done a great job of highlighting the issues that are important to younger Americans in facing their futures.”

How’s your perspective? How can YOU change things to create a better future?

7UP invites consumers to enter for a chance to win seven days of natural fun and relaxation through the 7UP “7 Dias de Sevenisima” contest, running through August 2 nationwide. “Sevenisima” is a call to celebrate the flavorful moments experienced through a “natural,” real lifestyle. Nine deserving winners will receive a week of easy living, including fun prizes like a family vacation, and gift cards that can be used for home cleaning service and a shopping spree. Consumers can enter online at www.Sevenisima.com or at participating retailers in select markets. It’s a Hispanic campaign, so it will definitely help if you also speak or read Spanish.

“The ‘7 Dias de Sevenisima’ contest reflects the natural energy, fun and spirit of 7UP consumers — something we call the Sevenisima lifestyle,” said Rene Sanchez, associate brand manager for 7UP. “We’re offering fans of the ultimate lemon-lime flavor of 7UP the opportunity to enter the contest for a chance to win ‘7 Days’ of fun prizes for their families.”

Beginning May 18 through August 2, 7UP fans can nominate family and friends for a chance to win seven days of natural living for the whole family. Whether it’s mom for being an “everyday hero” or grandma for making every meal from scratch, “7 Dias de Sevenisima” gives consumers a chance to celebrate the people that make their lives more naturally flavorful. » Read more

Who doesn't love a donut?

Americans channeled their imagination and love of donuts into a culinary treat of their own design for Dunkin’ Donuts’ first-ever “Create Dunkin’s Next Donut” contest. From nearly 130,000 donut contest creations submitted online, Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, has announced 12 finalists who will compete for the chance to win a $12,000 grand prize and have their winning donut sold in participating Dunkin’ Donuts locations throughout the country. The grand-prize winner will be announced on National Donut Day, June 5

Americans can view the finalists online at www.dunkindonuts.com/donut. The lucky dozen includes: (Click “More” to see the entire list of finalists) » Read more