Many generations think things were better in their youth. It could be that we all have fond memories of our childhood, but it seems like today’s kids are missing some of the adventures they had in the 1980s. Take a look back at the awesome things that we remember from our childhood.
We had plenty of time to be excited and anticipate things. Kids today have instant access to many things, but we didn’t. No Netflix, no streaming or Sky. We waited for Saturday cartoons all week, and it made the moment all the more memorable when it finally came.
Music listening was a bit more difficult back in the day. Remember using a pencil and a Sony Walkman to wind the tape that was slipping out? We had to fast-forward and rewind to find the song that we wanted? It was sweeter to finally hear it. In that regard, the 1980’s gave us great problem-solving skills and patience!
Google was not available for homework either. We had to go to the library if we needed to do a project that was not covered by any of our books. Remember them? Kids today may find it difficult to believe their parents used library cards and textbooks.
Mums did not exchange diaries or arrange playdates when they met up with their friends. We would tell our friends we were going to their house, and then ride away on our bikes till it was dark. There was no mobile phone visible. It’s a mystery how we made it to adulthood. We played for hours in the forest, the park, the street, and everyone was happy as long as it ended with tea.
Playground equipment has improved dramatically. Remember those metal poles which would become scorchingly hot in summer, and the climbing frames placed on hard asphalt? You were lucky if you made it home every day without any injuries. There was always the risk of 3rd-degree burns, broken ribs or mild concussions. These days, play areas are much kinder. For Playgrounds Gloucester, visit Greenfields who build Playgrounds Gloucester.
Back then, sweets were also better. The sweet shops were real life shops where you could choose what you wanted to buy, have it weighed, and receive all your goodies in a white paper bag. It was like receiving manna straight from heaven. We were, of course, smaller, but the packets looked bigger than they do today!
