1. They Could Paddle You—and They Did Back in the ’60s, corporal punishment wasn’t just allowed—it was expected. Teachers kept wooden paddles in plain view like a warning sign, and if you acted up, you might get swatted in front […]

1. You Don’t See Each Other as Often—And It’s Nobody’s Fault There was a time when friendship meant late-night calls, spontaneous plans, and endless weekends together. But now, between work, family, and the sheer effort it takes to leave the

1. You’ll Stop Learning New Things One of the biggest myths about aging is that our brains just stop being able to absorb new information. While it’s true that memory might get a little less sharp, plenty of older adults

1. Getting a Brand-New Outfit for School Remember how special it felt to step into the first day of school with a shiny new outfit? It wasn’t just any outfit—it was the one you’d been eyeing for weeks, maybe even

1. The Smell of Something Always Cooking There was something magical about walking through the front door and immediately knowing what was for dinner just from the scent alone. Whether it was a roast in the oven, soup simmering on

1. Google Glass When Google Glass hit the scene in 2013, it felt like the future had arrived. A tiny computer you could wear on your face? Hands-free video recording and real-time info displayed right in front of your eyes?

1. The Local Mall Remember when a trip to the mall felt like an all-day event? You’d grab a soft pretzel from Auntie Anne’s, maybe beg for a quarter to throw into the fountain, and spend what felt like hours