Time to feel old again
primera man
05-22-2002, 11:37 PM
HOW OLD IS GRANDPA
One evening a grandson was talking to his grandfather about
current events.
The grandson asked his grandfather what he thought
about the shootings at schools, the computer age, and just
things in general.
The granddad replied, "Well, let me think a minute, I
was born, before television, penicillin, polio shots,
frozen foods, Xerox, contact lenses, Frisbees and the pill.
There was no radar, credit cards, laser beams or ball-point pens.
Man had not invented pantyhose, air
conditioners, dishwashers, clothes dryers, and the
clothes were hung out to dry in the fresh air and man
hadn't yet walked on the moon.
Your grandmother and I got married first-and then lived
together. Every family had a father and a mother. Until
I was 25, I called every man older than I, 'Sir'-and
after I turned 25, I still called policemen and every
man with a title, 'Sir.'
We were before gay-rights, computer-dating, dual
careers, daycare centers, and group therapy. Our lives
were governed by the Ten Commandments, good judgment,
and common sense. We were taught to know the difference
between right and wrong and to stand up and take
responsibility for our actions.
Serving your country was a privilege; living in this
country was a bigger privilege.
We thought fast food was what people ate during Lent.
Having a meaningful relationship meant getting along
with your cousins.
Draft dodgers were people who closed their front doors
when the evening breeze started.
Time-sharing meant time the family spent together in
the evenings and weekends not purchasing condominiums.
We never heard of FM radios, tape decks, CDs, electric
typewriters, yogurt, or guys wearing earrings. We
listened to the Big Bands, Jack Benny, and the
President's speeches on our radios. And I don't ever
remember any kid blowing his brains out listening to
Tommy Dorsey.
The term 'making out' referred to how you did on
your school exam. Pizza Hut, McDonald's, and instant
coffee were unheard of.
We had 5 & 10 cent stores where you could actually buy
things for 5 and 10 cents. Ice cream cones, phone
calls, rides on a streetcar, and a Pepsi were all a nickel.
And if you didn't want to splurge, you could spend your
nickel on enough stamps to mail 1 letter and 2 postcards.
You could buy a new Chevy Coupe for $600 but who could
afford one? Too bad, because gas was 11 cents a gallon.
In my day, 'grass' was mowed, 'coke' was a cold
drink, 'pot' was something your mother cooked in,
and 'rock music' was your grandmother's lullaby.
Aids' were helpers in the Principal's office, 'chip'
meant a piece of wood, 'hardware' was found in a
hardware store, and 'software' wasn't even a word.
And we were the last generation to actually believe
> that a lady needed a husband to have a baby. No wonder
people call us "old and confused" and say there is a
generation gap.
...and how old do you think I am ???.
This man would be only 58 years old!
One evening a grandson was talking to his grandfather about
current events.
The grandson asked his grandfather what he thought
about the shootings at schools, the computer age, and just
things in general.
The granddad replied, "Well, let me think a minute, I
was born, before television, penicillin, polio shots,
frozen foods, Xerox, contact lenses, Frisbees and the pill.
There was no radar, credit cards, laser beams or ball-point pens.
Man had not invented pantyhose, air
conditioners, dishwashers, clothes dryers, and the
clothes were hung out to dry in the fresh air and man
hadn't yet walked on the moon.
Your grandmother and I got married first-and then lived
together. Every family had a father and a mother. Until
I was 25, I called every man older than I, 'Sir'-and
after I turned 25, I still called policemen and every
man with a title, 'Sir.'
We were before gay-rights, computer-dating, dual
careers, daycare centers, and group therapy. Our lives
were governed by the Ten Commandments, good judgment,
and common sense. We were taught to know the difference
between right and wrong and to stand up and take
responsibility for our actions.
Serving your country was a privilege; living in this
country was a bigger privilege.
We thought fast food was what people ate during Lent.
Having a meaningful relationship meant getting along
with your cousins.
Draft dodgers were people who closed their front doors
when the evening breeze started.
Time-sharing meant time the family spent together in
the evenings and weekends not purchasing condominiums.
We never heard of FM radios, tape decks, CDs, electric
typewriters, yogurt, or guys wearing earrings. We
listened to the Big Bands, Jack Benny, and the
President's speeches on our radios. And I don't ever
remember any kid blowing his brains out listening to
Tommy Dorsey.
The term 'making out' referred to how you did on
your school exam. Pizza Hut, McDonald's, and instant
coffee were unheard of.
We had 5 & 10 cent stores where you could actually buy
things for 5 and 10 cents. Ice cream cones, phone
calls, rides on a streetcar, and a Pepsi were all a nickel.
And if you didn't want to splurge, you could spend your
nickel on enough stamps to mail 1 letter and 2 postcards.
You could buy a new Chevy Coupe for $600 but who could
afford one? Too bad, because gas was 11 cents a gallon.
In my day, 'grass' was mowed, 'coke' was a cold
drink, 'pot' was something your mother cooked in,
and 'rock music' was your grandmother's lullaby.
Aids' were helpers in the Principal's office, 'chip'
meant a piece of wood, 'hardware' was found in a
hardware store, and 'software' wasn't even a word.
And we were the last generation to actually believe
> that a lady needed a husband to have a baby. No wonder
people call us "old and confused" and say there is a
generation gap.
...and how old do you think I am ???.
This man would be only 58 years old!
speediva
05-23-2002, 12:58 AM
Originally posted by primera man
...and how old do you think I am ???.
This man would be only 58 years old! [/B]
:finger: My parents aren't far behind him! ;) :p
My mom's family was the first in their neighborhood (now there's a notion) to have a color TV!
...and how old do you think I am ???.
This man would be only 58 years old! [/B]
:finger: My parents aren't far behind him! ;) :p
My mom's family was the first in their neighborhood (now there's a notion) to have a color TV!
Moppie
05-23-2002, 01:39 AM
Originally posted by primera man
This man would be only 58 years old!
So thats about your age then?
And long ago was that written? Radar was invented during WWII so I wonder if the guy would now be closer to 60. :)
and then you have to remember that most of what was listed would have been invented by the time the guy was old enough to have remembered it. :cool:
Otherwise very cool! and for once I actualy feel youngish...
This man would be only 58 years old!
So thats about your age then?
And long ago was that written? Radar was invented during WWII so I wonder if the guy would now be closer to 60. :)
and then you have to remember that most of what was listed would have been invented by the time the guy was old enough to have remembered it. :cool:
Otherwise very cool! and for once I actualy feel youngish...
Ssom
05-23-2002, 01:53 AM
Originally posted by Moppie
Otherwise very cool! and for once I actualy feel youngish...
And a MAJOR empasis on te 'ish':finger:
Otherwise very cool! and for once I actualy feel youngish...
And a MAJOR empasis on te 'ish':finger:
Moppie
05-23-2002, 01:56 AM
Originally posted by Moss1O6GTi
And a MAJOR empasis on te 'ish':finger:
You really are a smart little bugger arnt you.... :finger:
And a MAJOR empasis on te 'ish':finger:
You really are a smart little bugger arnt you.... :finger:
speediva
05-23-2002, 02:06 AM
Originally posted by Moppie
You really are a smart little bugger arnt you.... :finger:
Luv ya, Moss!!!! ;) :p :D
You really are a smart little bugger arnt you.... :finger:
Luv ya, Moss!!!! ;) :p :D
Ssom
05-23-2002, 02:06 AM
Originally posted by Moppie
You really are a smart little bugger arnt you.... :finger:
No I am an :angel:
You really are a smart little bugger arnt you.... :finger:
No I am an :angel:
Moppie
05-23-2002, 02:15 AM
Originally posted by Moss1O6GTi
No I am an :angel:
about to be an angel with a problem.... :evillaugh
No I am an :angel:
about to be an angel with a problem.... :evillaugh
tazdev
05-23-2002, 04:31 AM
Jimmy must be away again. Moss is stiring again:D
ragt20
05-23-2002, 06:48 AM
ahhhh :D another thread off Pman remembering his good old days :devil: :lol2:
primera man
05-23-2002, 07:17 AM
lol....yip :) :)
Ssom
05-24-2002, 12:37 AM
Originally posted by tazdev
Jimmy must be away again. Moss is stiring again:D
If you mean away as in gone to London for two weeks before he moves onto Turin then yep, you are right.
As for the Stirring, I don't KNOW WHAT YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT!!!!!!!!!!! I am an :angel: remember????
J/k I am really possed by this man ------------>:devil:
Jimmy must be away again. Moss is stiring again:D
If you mean away as in gone to London for two weeks before he moves onto Turin then yep, you are right.
As for the Stirring, I don't KNOW WHAT YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT!!!!!!!!!!! I am an :angel: remember????
J/k I am really possed by this man ------------>:devil:
YogsVR4
05-24-2002, 10:41 AM
Originally posted by saturntangerine
:finger: My parents aren't far behind him! ;) :p
My mom's family was the first in their neighborhood (now there's a notion) to have a color TV!
You should hear my Grandma's stories, she's going to be 96 this summer.
:finger: My parents aren't far behind him! ;) :p
My mom's family was the first in their neighborhood (now there's a notion) to have a color TV!
You should hear my Grandma's stories, she's going to be 96 this summer.
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