Those were the days…
Slamming the phone after an argument definitely hits harder than leaving them “on read”. It reminds me of simpler times when we dealt with simpler things in a simpler way!
I’m not complaining that our phones are like minicomputers that can do almost everything. In fact, I don’t mind it at all. I love the access to everything because a computer in your hand (mobile phones, tablets, etc.) has made our lives a little easier. The convenience of it all is what I appreciate. However, to have the READ notification replace the classic phone slam is something that doesn’t sit well with me. LOL
I get nostalgia when I think of how things USED to be. The chunky landline phones we had back in the day are times that gives me the best memories.
As a music lover, I miss the crackling sounds of vinyl records from the needle spin. I miss reading the credits of songwriters, producers, etc. The more credits I read, the more familiar I became with who was behind the sound of my favorite artists. I could tell when I heard a Timbaland beat, or a Darkchild beat, or a song written and produced by Babyface. I could go on, but you get what I’m saying. I miss buying three CDs for the price of $20 at Sam Goody. It’s the excitement of rushing home to unwrap that new crisp compact disc and popping it into my boombox. Reading the cover from front to back while listening put a kind of joy in my heart space that I can’t even articulate.
Now, we stream….and it doesn’t give me that same feeling.
I don’t mind those big flat screen TVs that hang on the wall. But I’m inclined to believe the big square ones Grandma used to have on her floor lasts much longer. I guess now that we have Firesticks and Hulu, Grandma’s chunky wooden floor model television won’t do.
Artificial Intelligence
As AI technologies continue to advance, their impact on society and the economy will likely be profound, shaping the way we live, work, and interact with the world around us. However, I feel the more advanced AI becomes, the more problems we’ll face with job displacement, privacy concerns, and the potential for misuse of AI technologies.
I’m with it, but I’m not….
The Fashions
I was never a “fashion junkie” who tried to keep her closet filled with name brands, but I can tell you I can put together a LEWK. All I’ll say is my look is never inspired by music video vixens. Not knocking the ladies that do, though. You do you, Bew! Fashion truly is an expression. I could very well flex in some Jordache Jeans, or even some bell bottoms and platform heels in 2024 and y’all will deal. At the end of the day, you wear what you feel comfortable in, because fashion is always evolving and ever-changing. Remember…in the 40s and 50s, ladies used to wear dresses and men used to wear suits to go to the club.
Growing up in the 80s and 90s
I was raised in a generation where we couldn’t wait for Saturday morning cartoons. Saturdays were a day for rest and relaxation after a hard week of school! Watching Saturday morning cartoons, followed by Soul train, Solid Gold and WWF Wrestling was like a ritual. The rest of our Saturday consisted of outside activities that ended until the streetlights came on. If you never came in on Saturday night, smelling like “outside” you didn’t live. What were our parents doing while we were outside? Probably cleaning with the smell of Pine Sol and bleach lingering through the house, while Anita Baker blasts through the speakers.
It’s funny how a meme about being able to slam phones reminds me of how times has changed. The 80s and 90s, characterized by their distinct culture, technology, and social norms, evoke a sense of nostalgia for many of us. However, as we traverse the ever-changing landscape of the present, it becomes increasingly apparent that adapting to the shifts since those decades is not always easy. The rapid advancement of technology, the transformation of societal values, and the altering dynamics of human interaction present unique challenges in acclimating to the contemporary era. Yet, amidst the whirlwind of change, there also lies opportunity for growth, adaptation, and resilience. By embracing the complexities of the present while honoring the traditions of the past, we can chart a course towards a future that is both innovative and grounded in timeless values.
I adapt to the present by appreciating the past.
Who knew?
