Tag: pop culture
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Our Teens and Tweens
Get Pregnant Fast As my kids have grown and we’ve finally bid farewell to those endless episodes of Caillou, my husband and I have embarked on a delightful journey of introducing our tweens to the cinematic treasures of the 1980s. These films transport me back to a time of oversized hair, layered socks, and countless…
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8 Iconic Movie Soundtracks from the ’80s That We Still Adore
Get Pregnant Fast For those of us who navigated our teenage years in the vibrant ’80s, the cinema was more than just a place to watch films; it was a sanctuary. The theaters became our social hubs, offering an affordable escape on weekends. We could momentarily leave behind our everyday worries and step into captivating…
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Fox Mulder: The Inner Companion We All Need
Get Pregnant Fast The truth isn’t just out there; it’s also nestled deep within us. My revelation? I welcomed Fox Mulder into my heart back in 1992, and honestly, I’m not sure how to evict him. The Essence of Mulder in My Life It struck me during a delightful first date that Mulder, the beloved…
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7 Careers I Dreamed of as a Kid, Inspired by ’80s TV Shows
Get Pregnant Fast As a proud child of the ’80s, my aspirations were undeniably shaped by the iconic television shows of that era. I often envisioned myself cruising on the Love Boat, heading toward Fantasy Island, or residing in the lavish New York penthouse with my pals Arnold and Willis from Diff’rent Strokes. I even…
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20 Aspects of the ’70s I’m Glad to Leave Behind
Tang. When it comes to orange beverages, I’ll take Cheetos over this powdered stuff any day. Wooden Clogs. Seriously, who thought walking on blocks of wood all day was a good idea? We aren’t in Amsterdam! Vicky from The Love Boat. She sailed the seas without a care in the world, while I was stuck…
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12 Iconic Songs Forever Altered by Commercials
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a strange feeling when a beloved song you grew up with suddenly pops up in a commercial hawking a product you never knew you needed. Every generation experiences this, with Baby Boomers likely cringing at Nike’s use of The Beatles’ “Revolution” back in the 1980s. And though I can’t confirm its…
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What If The Breakfast Club Were Parents Today?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the nostalgia of the ’80s! If you were raised in that era, you likely know the iconic movie The Breakfast Club. I was just 14 when it hit theaters, navigating the highs and lows of teenage life alongside my peers. The film struck a chord with Generation X because it validated…
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I Will Always Love Whitney Houston: A Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast Imagine if a beloved musician like Bruce Springsteen suddenly turned his back on everything he stands for and pledged allegiance to a regime like North Korea’s. If he went on national television or shared a video online, proclaiming his disdain for democracy and his love for Kim Jong-un, it would send shockwaves…
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Wayback Wednesday: Five Surprising Tidbits About “The Rachel” Hairstyle
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to iconic hairstyles of the ’90s, few can rival the popularity of “The Rachel,” famously sported by Jennifer Aniston on the beloved sitcom, Friends. However, Aniston recently revealed that she actually despised this cut, admitting to a leading magazine, “I was not a fan of the ‘Rachel’; that was…
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10 Musicians Over 40 Who Still Rock Harder Than the Young Guns
Get Pregnant Fast As we dive into the world of music, it’s easy to think that age might slow down some of our favorite artists. However, there are plenty of musicians over 40 who continue to deliver electrifying performances that leave the younger crowd in awe. Here are ten incredible talents who prove that rock…