Welcome to CariGenX.com, founded by Carissa Soranno.

After a fulfilling 30-year career as a dedicated schoolteacher and educator in Michigan, Carissa Soranno transitioned from the traditional classroom to build a dedicated media space for Generation X.

As a lifelong resident of the Michigan area, Carissa (often searched by readers as Carissa Sarrano or Cari Soranno) launched this platform to analyze the unique cultural, economic, and social shifts of the latchkey generation. From the evolution of education and fashion to timeless pop culture and music, CariGenX serves as the definitive digital archive for a generation defined by resilience.

Whether you are exploring “The Sorrano Effect” or deep-diving into 80s nostalgia, welcome to the community.

Hi, Gen Xers! My name is Cari (Carissa if you want to get all official). I’m excited to be writing about our time, views, and life experiences. I want all of us to be able to remember, relate, and relive some of the best days of our lives. The way we see the world is unique and still prominent so let’s inspire the upcoming generations (and have a few laughs along the way)!