These old objects look interesting, but do you know what they are? The items we consider normal or everyday have changed so much over the years. Some of these would have been ordinary 100 or even 50 years ago! The tools we use have changed and we do fewer and fewer household jobs by hand. … Read more
How well we remember the reassuring voice on the other end of the line when we were trying to find someone’s number or needed help completing a long distance call. Lily Tomlin did a very famous (if unflattering) impression of an operator that had Laugh-In crowds doubled over. But, operators are a dwindling ilk of professionals these … Read more
The origin of this candy aisle favorite spans centuries! Have you ever wondered why we are so drawn to chewing gum? When we were kids the appeal of blowing bubbles and the fact that we weren’t supposed to chew gum in school made bubble gum an irresistible candy. From ancient times to the brightly colored … Read more
This is a moving tribute. When Margaret Hubl passed away at 89 years old, her family wanted to honor her memory in the best way they knew how: in quilts. Margaret’s passion was making quilts for her friends and family. She quilted as long as she could and her family saved all of the gorgeous … Read more
Here’s Why You Should Do It There are all sorts of tips and tricks that people use in order to enjoy their shower routines. If you’ve never heard about why you should attach a clothespin to the shower, you’re in for a treat. With essential oil and a wooden clothespin, you can turn your shower … Read more
These charming dishes remind us of Mom and they are still collectible today! Most of us grew up seeing these dishes somewhere in the houses of our relatives or our own homes. There are hundreds of different colors, patterns, and sizes of the iconic hen on nest dish. For collectors there is something that draws … Read more
There are so many things to enjoy about old buildings. From the ornate moldings to the craftsmanship in the small details to the quaint quirks there is something to enjoy about even the simplest of old fashioned homes. There are some features of old buildings that brought a lot of function to the structures while … Read more
If you are anything like us, you have some boys at home and a husband who likes to act as if he is one of them. We cannot even begin to fathom all of the things that our husband must have put his mother through when he was growing up. He’s still tormenting the whole … Read more
What a wonderful way to celebrate Christmas! We’ve really enjoyed seeing all the photos our readers have shared of Christmases in the 40’s, 50’s and early 60’s. Here are some, in black and white. It’s fun to pick out the toys, to see the different kinds of trees, and to revel in the holiday cheer. … Read more
Most of these toys were in so popular that they have been in production for decades! Who can forget the thrill we experienced of getting a new toy? Whether it was the trendy toy that year and really big deal or whether it was a dime store cheapie, there was nothing quite like it. Kids … Read more