[Hazeleyes]

Cars from the old days where you can repair it yourself as it did not have all this electronic stuff. They were so much safer as they were better built.

 

[Hazeleyes]

Getting clear and accurate directions. I was in Connecticut to see my nephew in a school production. I was on the campus of Quinnipiac University trying to find where the event center was. I asked a couple of students how I can get there. The directions where you drive forward and pop over there and pop here.

 

[TriciaR]

My parents

Thank you for sharing @Cyrilpebbles — such a simple answer, but it speaks volumes. There’s nothing quite like the comfort and grounding presence of our parents, especially when we think back to the “good old days.” Do you have a particular memory with them that always brings a smile or gives you that nostalgic feeling?

 

[TriciaR]

Stores closed on Sundays so you can have 1 day that the whole family can get together with out someone working.

Thanks so much for sharing @mccartjo — that’s such a meaningful one. Having a day where everything slowed down and families could really spend time together without the pull of work or errands… it really did make weekends feel special. Did your family have any Sunday traditions you remember fondly — like big meals, outings, or just relaxing at home?

 

[TriciaR]

I wish common sense would come back.

Thanks for sharing @Cindyll — that one definitely made me smile, and I know a lot of people would agree with you! Common sense sometimes feels like it’s gone a bit out of fashion, doesn’t it? Is there something in particular lately that made you think, “Now that’s just plain common sense!” — or the lack of it?

 

[TriciaR]

Basic education in the schools. The modern subject are ok. But, most kids don’t know how to even write and sign their names.

Thanks for sharing @Abbode — that’s such an important point. It’s surprising how many kids today aren’t taught things like cursive writing or even how to sign their own names properly. Those foundational skills really shaped everyday life for so many of us. Did you have a favorite subject back in school that you think should definitely still be taught today?

 

[TriciaR]

I miss the Sunday newspaper, always wanted the comics section.

Thanks for sharing @Modelt3 — there was something really special about the Sunday paper, wasn’t there? Spreading it out on the table, flipping straight to the comics… it was such a comforting little ritual. Did you have a favorite comic strip you always looked forward to, or did you read them all from start to finish?

 

[TriciaR]

Gasoline prices
In high school I paid 32 cents for a gallon of high test

Thanks for sharing @ghandi44 — wow, 32 cents for high test! That definitely takes us back. It’s wild to think how far things have come (and how much more it costs to fill a tank now!). Do you remember what kind of car you were driving back then — or the one you wished you had?

 

[TriciaR]

Vinyl records and the technology to play them. I would also like to see cursive come back. How do people these days sign a contract without cursive?

Thanks so much for sharing @NIBOR0 — vinyl really does have a charm that digital just can’t match, doesn’t it? There’s something about the crackle and the ritual of putting on a record that feels so personal. And I completely agree about cursive — it’s such a simple but important life skill. Do you still have any of your old records, or a favorite album you wish you still had on vinyl?

 

[TriciaR]

Being able to leave doors unlocked. I be miss the safety of the past.

Thank you for sharing @HOMEPROS — that sense of safety and trust really was something special. Being able to leave your doors unlocked without a second thought says so much about how different things felt back then. Do you remember a particular time or place where that kind of peace of mind was just normal everyday life?

 

[TriciaR]

Common courtesy!

Thanks for sharing @Doris Gallaher — yes, common courtesy feels like it’s gotten a bit lost in the shuffle these days. A simple “please,” “thank you,” or even just holding the door can really go a long way. Is there a small act of courtesy you miss the most — or one you still try to practice no matter what?

 

[TriciaR]

When kids played outside more than being involved with computer games.

Thanks for sharing @DML — that really takes me back. There was something so special about the neighborhood kids all out playing until the streetlights came on. It felt like every day was its own little adventure. Did you have a favorite game or outdoor activity you used to love as a kid?

 

[TriciaR]

Sock hop record dances

What a great memory to bring up @GlennDaddy ! Sock hop record dances had such a unique charm — the music, the energy, and everyone in their best outfits having a good time. There’s nothing quite like that kind of social fun these days. Was there a particular dance move or hit song that always got the floor buzzing when you were there?

 

[TriciaR]

Respect!

That one word says so much — thank you for sharing @LinKen . Respect really was a cornerstone of how people treated one another, whether it was with elders, neighbors, or even strangers. Was there a recent moment that made you really notice how much things have changed in that regard?

 

[TriciaR]

SSunday family dinners

Sunday family dinners — what a lovely tradition to bring up. Thank you for sharing @janemcglumphry . There’s something so comforting about everyone gathering around the table, catching up, and sharing a good meal to close out the week. Did your family have a signature dish that had to be on the table, or did it change from week to week?

 

[TriciaR]

The telephone directory. Even after all these years I still miss it.

That’s such a unique one — thank you for sharing @Connie ! There was something oddly satisfying about flipping through a big, chunky phone book and finding exactly who or what you needed. It made things feel more local and connected somehow. Did you mostly use it to look up people you knew, or were you one of those clever folks who found great businesses and services that way too?

 

[TriciaR]

Do unto others as you would have them do to you.

What a timeless principle — thank you for sharing @drmeyer . “Do unto others” really was something many of us grew up hearing, and it shaped how people treated each other with kindness and fairness. Do you think that kind of mindset still exists in small pockets today, or does it feel like it’s been mostly forgotten?

 

[TriciaR]

The Blue Laws! I loved when Sunday was family day, and the holidays were meant for time off with the family.

That’s a beautiful one to bring up — thank you for sharing @maryloubaumann . The Blue Laws really did give Sundays and holidays a different kind of rhythm, didn’t they? It felt like the whole world slowed down just enough for families to truly connect. Did your family have any special Sunday or holiday traditions you especially miss?

 

[TriciaR]

Respect and manners.

Really appreciate you sharing that @violetmoon — respect and manners were such fundamental parts of daily life back then. Even small gestures, like saying “please” and “thank you,” made such a big difference in how people related to each other. Is there a particular moment that made you feel like those values are slipping away — or someone who still gives you hope that they’re not gone entirely?

 

[TriciaR]

Cars from the old days where you can repair it yourself as it did not have all this electronic stuff. They were so much safer as they were better built.

Thanks for sharing @Hazeleyes — there’s definitely something to be said for the solid craftsmanship of those older cars. Being able to pop the hood and fix things yourself gave such a sense of independence (and saved a lot on repairs too!). And they really did feel like they were built to last. Did you have a favorite car back in the day that you wish you still had in your garage now?