Author name: Helen Tarver

Helen is a writer and advocate for living fully at every stage of life, especially after 50. With a background in wellness and personal development, she shares insights that inspire readers to embrace new opportunities, prioritize self-care, and build meaningful connections. As a contributor to Wise Old Owl, Helen offers practical advice on health, happiness, and making the most of every day. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her tending to her garden, exploring new destinations, or curled up with a great book. She firmly believes it’s never too late to grow, explore, and thrive.

12 Things Your Parents Always Had in Their Kitchen in the 1980s

1. Tupperware Galore Tupperware parties might have peaked in the ’50s and ’60s, but by the ’80s, they were still going strong. Your parents likely had stacks of these pastel-colored containers in every size imaginable. From keeping leftovers fresh to […]

13 Bizarre Beauty Trends from the 1970s

1. Feathered Hair That Could Rival a Peacock’s Farrah Fawcett’s iconic feathered hair epitomized the ’70s glam aesthetic, but achieving this voluminous look was no small feat. The style required strategic layering, precise blow-drying techniques, and an arsenal of hairspray

13 Dangerous Playground Equipment We Somehow Survived

1. Metal Slides That Could Fry Eggs Remember those towering metal slides that seemed more like baking sheets in the summer sun? They were the ultimate thrill ride—if you didn’t get third-degree burns on your way down. On particularly sunny

12 Bizarre Fashion Trends from the ’60s

1. Space-Age Chic In the ’60s, designers like André Courrèges and Pierre Cardin turned to the cosmos for the inspiration, creating outfits that looked more suited to the moon than Earth. Think metallic fabrics, bold geometric patterns, and helmets that

12 Classic TV Shows That Could Never Be Made Today

1. All in the Family This groundbreaking ’70s sitcom pushed boundaries like no other show at the time, tackling taboo topics such as racism, sexism, and homophobia through the lens of Archie Bunker, a character who was both hilariously crass

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