1. Frozen TV Dinners in Foil Trays There was something oddly exciting about peeling back foil and finding three perfectly separated compartments staring back at you. Meat loaf, corn, and a brownie that somehow cooked at the same time all […]
1. Waiting by the Phone at Home There was a time when you actually stayed put if you were expecting a call. The phone was attached to the wall, the cord only stretched so far, and missing a call meant
1. Daily Walking Long before gyms and fitness trackers, walking was simply how people got where they needed to go. It was transportation, errands, and social time all rolled into one. Today, research consistently shows that regular walking supports cardiovascular
1. Shelley Fabares For a stretch in the early ’60s, Shelley Fabares was everywhere. She starred on The Donna Reed Show, had a No. 1 hit with “Johnny Angel,” and seemed poised for permanent stardom. Her wholesome image made her
1. The Corner Video Rental Store There was always one video store in every neighborhood that felt more like a clubhouse than a business. The carpet smelled faintly like plastic cases, and the aisles were narrow enough that you always
1. Potato Water Soup This was the kind of meal that happened when the potatoes were gone but the pot still had something to give. Families saved the starchy cooking water and turned it into a thin soup with salt,
1. Being in Charge of a Younger Sibling for Short Stretches Being trusted to watch a younger sibling, even for a few minutes, felt enormous at the time. It meant an adult believed you could keep someone else safe, entertained,
