Tag: nostalgia
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How to Embrace the Feeling of Being Really Old (Sorry, Not Sorry)
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the joys of aging. Remember when you were the youthful couple, the trendsetters among your friends? That was me and my partner, Alex. We tied the knot at 18 and were the first in our circle to dive into parenthood, often hearing, “You’re just kids!” from perplexed onlookers. It felt great…
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Children’s Book Covers Have Changed Drastically
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of children’s literature, the covers we once adored are no longer what they used to be. I recently shared two book covers on Instagram, one showcasing a classic illustration reminiscent of Norman Rockwell, and the other resembling a Photoshopped flyer about public swimming pool safety. The response was overwhelming!…
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Someday, I’ll Long for Those Days Again
Get Pregnant Fast It was a typical Saturday morning at a bustling McDonald’s. I was busy managing our three energetic boys, ages four and under, attempting to keep the chaos in check while cutting up pancakes and pouring milk. Amid the clatter of trays and chatter, I caught sight of a woman seated nearby. Her…
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15 Movie Soundtracks That Shaped Generation X
Get Pregnant Fast In no particular order, let’s revisit some unforgettable movie soundtracks that defined our generation: Saturday Night Fever While it may have been the soundtrack to our parents’ disco nights, the 1977 album catapulted the Bee Gees into our childhood memories. Top Gun Everyone should have a moment where they belt out “You’ve…
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Gen-X Book Lovers, Unite!
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the digital age and its endless sea of eBooks. But let me tell you—those aren’t my tribe. My people are the ones who delight in the tactile experience of flipping through the pages of a paperback, savoring that unmistakable scent as we bury our noses in the pages. We’re the ones…
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10 Ways Life Has Evolved Since 1985 (Or Has It Really?)
Get Pregnant Fast As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of iconic films like The Breakfast Club, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on how life has transformed since the mid-’80s. Here are ten notable changes—or perhaps some surprising constants—that define our journey over the past few decades. Employment 1985: Secured a part-time gig at a…
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The ‘Dirty Dancing’ Remake is Making Me Feel OLD
Get Pregnant Fast This past summer, while helping my dad and stepmom transition to their new home, my sister and I decided to tackle the clutter in their attic. We unearthed a treasure trove of old notebooks, childhood letters, crumpled school projects, and dusty novels. Buried at the bottom of one box was a VHS…
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The Insights on Aging You Discover at a Billy Joel Concert
Get Pregnant Fast Attending a concert at Fenway Park last summer, I envisioned an evening filled with pure joy. After dreaming for decades about witnessing Billy Joel perform live, this was a bucket-list moment I had long awaited, especially following my successful battle with breast cancer in 2014. I was determined to see Billy in…
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5 Thoughtful Gifts Moms Truly Desire for Mother’s Day
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to Mother’s Day, many moms often downplay their desires, jokingly wishing for things like world peace or a personal concert from their favorite artist. Yet, beneath the humor lies a genuine hope for thoughtful gestures that recognize their hard work and love. If you’re looking to delight the mom…