Tag: nostalgia
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Why I Still Adore Jane Fonda
Get Pregnant Fast I first dipped my toes into the world of aerobics when I got my hands on Jane Fonda’s exercise record at the tender age of 13 or 14. I was in awe of Jane—her vibrant tights and iconic legwarmers captivated me. I never quite grasped why my babysitter’s mom had such disdain…
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Growing Up Alongside a Hollywood Icon
Get Pregnant Fast Born just four years before me, Matthew Broderick has been a familiar presence throughout my formative years. As we both navigated adolescence, he always seemed to be the perfect crush—just ahead of me in age and charm. Unlike many of my peers, I wasn’t drawn to the typical heartthrobs of the era.…
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7 Aspects of Our Childhood That Today’s Kids Just Won’t Grasp
Get Pregnant Fast As a proud member of Generation X, I often find myself reflecting on the quirks of my childhood that would seem utterly bizarre to my own kids. I can already hear myself telling them, “Oh, you think managing your social media is hard? Let me tell you about the real struggles of…
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Why Parenting in the ’80s Was a Simpler Time
Get Pregnant Fast The late 20th century was a unique era. Men savored their drinks, women enjoyed cigarettes, and everyone had a taste for Tang and SPAM. Stay-at-home moms, once the backbone of family life, were comfortable in their roles, while children roamed freely, and parents set the rules. Those were the days I cherish,…
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It Turns Out Jake Thompson Truly Was the Real Thing (a Reflection on Mad Men)
Get Pregnant Fast It turns out Jake Thompson just wanted to buy the world a Coke. He really was “the real thing,” after all. After seven captivating seasons of watching Jake’s journey unfold, we finally have our answer—and so does he. The image of the man in the sharp suit plummeting between skyscrapers, with advertising…
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Relive the ’90s with the Exciting I Love the ’90s Tour
Get Pregnant Fast This month marks the launch of the highly anticipated I Love the ’90s Tour, showcasing iconic hip-hop and R&B artists like Ice Ice Baby’s Vanilla Ice, the dynamic duo Salt-N-Pepa, and other legendary acts such as Biz Markie, Color Me Badd, All-4-One, Rob Base, Tone Lōc, Young MC, and Kool Moe Dee.…
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The Unfiltered Truth About the Roller Rink
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the roller rink. A place where I learned the ropes—not the shady kind, but the hustle, that groovy dance from yesteryears. For those who weren’t around back then, the Hustle was a dance trend that had us ditching our skates mid-rink to bust a move until the refs, often grumpy and…
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To the Twentysomething Yogi with a Soft Spot for the ’90s
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, Twentysomething Yogi! I couldn’t help but catch snippets of your conversation before class, where you expressed a longing to travel back to the ’90s. Then, I watched you pose for a #blessed photo of your perfectly manicured toes and SmartWater, and I have to wonder if the ’90s are really…
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A Journey with My Dad: A Bit Different
Get Pregnant Fast Last summer, I embarked on a memorable road trip from Pennsylvania to Texas, solo with my two kids. To my surprise, I cherished every minute of the 48 hours we spent on the road together. When asked what inspired this adventure, I often point the finger at my dad. It’s his fault…
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Twitter Account Shares Hilarious Infomercial GIFs
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re in need of a good laugh, then you’re in for a treat. I recently stumbled upon a Twitter account that curates the most ridiculous GIFs from old infomercials, and let me tell you, it’s a goldmine of comedy. One of my friends retweeted a few of these gems, and I…