There is something sentimental about hearing a dial-up modem log on to the Internet. I remember the distinct sound of two computers shaking hands on the network. Everything from a 28.8, 33.6, and 56K modem got us onto the World Wide Web using services like AOL, Mindspring, Compuserve, Earthlink, Prodigy, and many others.
Tag Archives: retro
Ordering Pizza In The Olden Days
The phone book was the resource for almost everything including pizza. For those of us of a certain age, this brings back some fond memories.
Retro Men’s Fashion
This oozes machismo and nacho cheesemo. Retro men’s fashions are fly. This guy has it going on.
Missing Stores Of The Past
For most of us from Gen-X and earlier these stores are iconic and a part of our childhood. I would bring them all back. I have fond memories of these retail establishments. My Missus worked for Toys R Us and my sister worked for K-Mart. Historically, shopping is a communal activity, and browsing the shelves can be fun. Online shopping is so convenient though. Also, streaming video has changed the way we consume entertainment. At some point I predict brick-and-mortar shops will make a comeback like many things have in the past.
Something Retro For Easter
It may be Lent but Easter is coming. Get your ‘fit now fellow dudes. At prices like this, you will look sharp for less.
I found this gem on the Facebook.
Wordless Wednesday
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