1. Knocker-Up Before alarm clocks were as reliable as they are today, a “knocker-up” was the person who made sure workers woke up on time. Armed with a long pole or a small stick, the knocker-up would tap on the […]
1. The Full Moon Brings Bad Luck For generations, rural Americans have believed that a full moon could bring bad luck, especially if it occurred on certain days of the week. Farmers would avoid planting or harvesting during this time,
1. The Connors from Roseanne The Connors were a quintessential working-class family, full of humor, chaos, and love. While their ability to keep the humor alive in tough situations made them iconic, their dynamic would likely fall apart in real
1. The All-Seeing Eye in the Dollar Bill and Beyond The All-Seeing Eye, also known as the Eye of Providence, has long been associated with secret societies and esoteric beliefs, notably appearing on the Great Seal of the United States.
1. Pizza in a Bag Some schools took “pizza” to a whole new level in the ‘70s and ‘80s, serving up what was dubbed “pizza in a bag.” Instead of a slice of pizza, students were handed a Ziploc bag
1. Cheers – Sam Malone, the Lovable Lunkhead Sam Malone, the former baseball player turned bar owner in Cheers, is one of those characters who you can’t help but love. He was charming, goofy, and had a knack for making
1. Bell-Bottom Jeans Bell-bottom jeans were one of the defining trends of the ’70s, and they’ve made a major comeback in recent years. With their flared bottoms, these jeans were loved for their ability to add drama to any outfit
