If you were lucky enough to grow up with a Walkman in one hand and a concert ticket in the other, chances are you remember the ’80s as a golden age. … [Read more...] about 25 Concerts From the ’80s That Are Now Legendary
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29 Classic Toys Only Military Kids Had Overseas
The memories of military kids who spent their childhoods overseas are not only packed with uniforms and long flights. Between the moves and the base … [Read more...] about 29 Classic Toys Only Military Kids Had Overseas
26 Famous Duos From the Past Everyone Loved
Remember when entertainment felt like magic? Back when two people could capture our hearts. These legendary pairs didn't just entertain us, they … [Read more...] about 26 Famous Duos From the Past Everyone Loved
40 Nostalgic Lunchbox Designs We All Recognize
Lunch boxes didn't just carry our lunches when we were kids: they branded our identity onto the world. Whichever characters or television shows stood … [Read more...] about 40 Nostalgic Lunchbox Designs We All Recognize
39 Quotes That Still Capture the American Spirit
Over the course of our American history, words have endured not only as the bedrock upon which our nation was built, but have served as the lamp in … [Read more...] about 39 Quotes That Still Capture the American Spirit
Rare Old Photos That Capture Pure Americana
When the word "Americana" gets used in the media or simply during conversation, what are some of the first things that come to mind? The American … [Read more...] about Rare Old Photos That Capture Pure Americana
Photos That Show the 4th of July in the 1980’s
Every decade offers its own flavor and way of doing things. But on the Fourth of July, we can't quite seem to get past the award-winning formula of … [Read more...] about Photos That Show the 4th of July in the 1980’s
20 Country Songs That Could Be National Anthems
We all know them, and most of us love them, too. Enjoy this list of 20 of the most iconic country music songs that also inspire national pride and … [Read more...] about 20 Country Songs That Could Be National Anthems
Funny Ways Boomer Parents Misread New Tech
While technology may be a cornerstone of everyday life in the present day, this wasn’t always the case. Baby Boomers (and much of Gen X) grew up … [Read more...] about Funny Ways Boomer Parents Misread New Tech
23 Most Outdated Lessons from Classic Sitcom Dads
TV sitcoms offer a slice of real American life, which is one reason why this format is so popular. On family sitcoms, the dad character may be … [Read more...] about 23 Most Outdated Lessons from Classic Sitcom Dads
The Ultimate Gen X July 4th Playlist
There are a few must-haves for every Independence Day celebration – hot dogs, fireworks, ice-cold lemonade, and watermelon. Of course, you can’t … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Gen X July 4th Playlist
24 Movie Quotes That Defined the Summer of ’89
Nothing quite beats a summertime blockbuster film, even if it meant standing in a line that wrapped around the theater just to get a ticket. In the … [Read more...] about 24 Movie Quotes That Defined the Summer of ’89
22 Icons That Used to Unite America
We often hear that the United States has never been more divided than it is now, but the sad reality is that differing ideologies have always created … [Read more...] about 22 Icons That Used to Unite America
25 People Who Left Their Mark and Went Unnoticed
Do you know the feeling of doing something and not having your efforts recognized? If you felt moved, you should first consider changing jobs, and … [Read more...] about 25 People Who Left Their Mark and Went Unnoticed
28 Musicians Our Kids Are Just Now Discovering
There are bands that have managed to transcend the barriers of time and leave a mark through generations. There are certain artists who, believe it or … [Read more...] about 28 Musicians Our Kids Are Just Now Discovering
Old Hollywood’s 20 Most Legendary Love Stories
If you are a sucker for a good love story, the Golden Age of Hollywood has a surplus of them. We aren’t talking about the great romantic movies of the … [Read more...] about Old Hollywood’s 20 Most Legendary Love Stories
19 Ridiculous Things We Did to Impress a Crush
As if high school isn't hard enough, one thing that makes it a million times worse is having a crush who doesn't know you exist. It’s a hard pill to … [Read more...] about 19 Ridiculous Things We Did to Impress a Crush
Millennial Trends Invented by Gen X First
Each generation borrows a little something here and a little something there from the generation before them, both philosophically and culturally. But … [Read more...] about Millennial Trends Invented by Gen X First
20 Childhood Relics We Simply Can’t Part With
Some items hold such sentimental value that we simply can’t bear to part with them. This is especially true of objects from our childhood. Just seeing … [Read more...] about 20 Childhood Relics We Simply Can’t Part With
23 Objects That Defined the Bicentennial Craze of 1976
Throwing America a 200th birthday party was a big deal, so much so that the Bicentennial was more than a milestone; it was a craze. From beer cans to … [Read more...] about 23 Objects That Defined the Bicentennial Craze of 1976
21 Forgotten Crafts and Trades We Rarely See Today
Long before Amazon, Walmart, and heck, even the Sears catalog, people had to make nearly all the items they needed for daily life. From tools for work … [Read more...] about 21 Forgotten Crafts and Trades We Rarely See Today
23 Everyday Boomer Realities That Are Now Forgotten
To say that things have changed in the last sixty years would be a mammoth understatement. What we eat, how we travel and communicate, and the ways in … [Read more...] about 23 Everyday Boomer Realities That Are Now Forgotten
20 House Rules You Might Have Experienced as a Kid
Spending the night at your friend's house was second to none when it came to all the small yet monumental joys we got to savor as kids and teens. Late … [Read more...] about 20 House Rules You Might Have Experienced as a Kid
24 Photos That Depict Life in 1973
Perhaps the most varied and productive year of the '70s decade, the year 1973 experienced more than its share of rollercoaster peaks and dips. From … [Read more...] about 24 Photos That Depict Life in 1973
25 Quotes from TV Moms That Are Still Relevant
Classic TV moms (much like our real mom) deserve a lot of credit. Not only did they make sure dinner was on the table 7 days a week and tucked their … [Read more...] about 25 Quotes from TV Moms That Are Still Relevant
22 Superstitions People Still Won’t Mess Around With
Most superstitions have an extremely logical historical context that explains away the mystery surrounding these seemingly random do's and don'ts. … [Read more...] about 22 Superstitions People Still Won’t Mess Around With
25 Vintage Toys Today’s Kids Might Not Recognize
It's no mystery that electronic devices are robbing today's children of some of the most enlightening and illuminating toy experiences we can … [Read more...] about 25 Vintage Toys Today’s Kids Might Not Recognize
24 Childhood Trinkets People Are Collecting Again
Perhaps it is nostalgia or to reconnect with our youth, but more and more people these days are fascinated with the childhood trinkets they loved as … [Read more...] about 24 Childhood Trinkets People Are Collecting Again
20 Things Boomers Used to Splurge On
It’s funny how our priorities shift. Some of the items we once thought were important enough to spend our hard-earned money on are teetering on the … [Read more...] about 20 Things Boomers Used to Splurge On
23 Pieces of Americana Found in the Smithsonian
The Smithsonian, a group of marquee museums dedicated to America’s past and future, houses some of the most potent and interesting heirlooms in US … [Read more...] about 23 Pieces of Americana Found in the Smithsonian
The TV & Books That Built Gen X Personalities
The books we read and the television shows that we consume constantly bombard us with opinions and ideas. If we reject these opinions and ideas, we're … [Read more...] about The TV & Books That Built Gen X Personalities
25 Iconic Ad Slogans That Are Just Fun to Say
Whether a company was attempting to sell you cereal, carbonated beverages, or a credit card, some slogans are so catchy and crafty, you almost don't … [Read more...] about 25 Iconic Ad Slogans That Are Just Fun to Say
19 Disney Villain Moments That Shook Us as Kids
While it's indisputably true that, as kids, we were a great deal more impressionable than we are as adults, there are just some Disney villain moments … [Read more...] about 19 Disney Villain Moments That Shook Us as Kids
Things We Forgot in That ’80s Condo Rental
27 Public Service Posters from 20th-Century America
In a world before the viral trends of social media, national and local governments issued Public Service Announcements, printed as posters for all to … [Read more...] about 27 Public Service Posters from 20th-Century America
The Biggest Mistimed Trades of the ’80s and ’90s
Photos That Capture EPCOT in the ’80s
Fans will probably agree that EPCOT (and Disney in general) in the 1970s and 1980s possessed a special kind of magic, before the titans of industry … [Read more...] about Photos That Capture EPCOT in the ’80s
22 Cold War Survival Items That Now Seem Excessive
During the Cold War era, American media outlets often carried sensationalized news stories about escalating tensions between the United States and the … [Read more...] about 22 Cold War Survival Items That Now Seem Excessive
23 Retro Foods Only the Bravest Among Us Would Eat
If ever there was a time period in American history that screamed ‘Questionable Cuisine,’ it would be the 1960s and 1970s. Two factors collided to … [Read more...] about 23 Retro Foods Only the Bravest Among Us Would Eat
21 Childhood Lies That Sounded Very Convincing
It is the law of nature that younger kids look up to older kids. Young ones rely on the wisdom and experience of the wise and worldly 12-year-olds in … [Read more...] about 21 Childhood Lies That Sounded Very Convincing