Outdoor evenings and family gatherings go hand-in-hand, especially in the context of our 2020 summer. For a delightful activity, embrace the opportunity to listen to each other and learn from the wealth of memories stored up. Include all ages, and pause only to pass out supplies for s’mores.
I remember when …
Summer’s best souvenir was a deep, golden baby-oil-induced tan
Missing school and going to the state fair was a big deal
Attending church involved Sunday morning, Sunday night, and Wednesday night
Going to the grocery with mom meant purchasing A Little Golden Book for 25 cents
Tromping into the woods to cut a fresh tree launched the Christmas season
Family reunions were like national holidays
Shopping at the local Dime Store did not disappoint
Selecting toys from a Sear’s catalog created the wish list for Santa
Driving to see grandparents meant 6 hours in the car without seatbelts
Saturday morning cartoons on TV provided a weekly highlight
Four families shared one telephone wire called ‘a party line’
Chocolate milk at school lunch was an extravagant treat
Sitting on the riverbank, tossing rocks at poisonous snakes on the other side, helped alleviate adolescent confusion
Now, it is your turn. What do you remember?
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What is your best I remember when … comment?
In what manner does your ‘back then’ contribute to your ‘right now’?
