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[SandySparkles]

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@qvcaddition wrote:

Our  movie night in SF was .50 cents.  The whole neighborhood was there 

because it was Dish night.  So every Monday night, you got a plate untl you had a good set.  

Different movie every Monday.  Also 2 Movies, cartoon, news of the week.

We got there at opening, 6PM.  Everyone in neighborhood  knew one another.  Walked home if you could and most did.  Most parents had one car, and some no car, took  buses. Didn't need a car in SF.

Teenagers, no cars in high school, walk or bus.  If your parent had a medical problem and had to go to Dr., you got special compensation to drive at age 16.  Ha, I had a boyfriend, I couldn't date, but we could walk the long way home from school.  My first date, my grandmother came with us to the movies.  I laugh now, but not then.  

Coming home from school, Jr. High, I had to rub the lipstick off before I got home.  Had a strick Italian father.

This was way back early 50's.  Looking back, I had fun and felt safe. 

I'm glad I am not a teen now.   Also glad my children are not teens now.

So are they. (62, 64, 66)  They had no computers, phones, etc.  

I could not use the landline until chores done, and homework and then only one call on a school night.

Each era is different we know, but today is not a good one IMO.  I am in late 80's(88).

Wanted to add, you got me going here,. My Mother and I walked home from the movies one night, six city blocks at midnight.  Safe. In a neighbor In SF that you can't walk safe today at noon.

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@qvcaddition Welcome!🥰 I enjoyed reading your post of remembrances referencing MUCH simpler times!❤️ There was such a strong sense of community that is unfortunately lacking today in most places!😐  What I would not give to experience them for just one day!😊

Your dear grandmother was WISE!😁 Whether it was during the innocence of the 50's, or hectic pace of today with a serious paradigm shift in societal norms and expectations, some young men, and ladies are...well.. not to be trusted when unsupervised!😊

THANK you SO much for caring to share!🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

[lovesallanimals]

Never locking our windows or doors

Never afraid to walk outside at all hours

playing hopscotch, ball, all kinds of games outside.  I never, ever see children playing outside anymore.

I used to shovel snow when I was a kid in Brooklyn for $1.00 and I would give it to my mother and we could get a quart of milk, bread and some cupcakes.

We did chores for our allowances - no entitled children in my neighborhood.

Buying cigarettes for my mom for $.37 a pack.

The neighborhood soda shop where we would sit at the counter for an egg cream or black & white soda

diners, cafeterias

drive-ins

Riding the NYC subway at all hours - without any fear.  It was so safe then.

[SueyMsB]

@on the bay   Yes we pass on the left.  I don't know any different.  Some laws are crazy.

[qvcaddition]

@lovesallanimals 

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@lovesallanimals wrote:

Never locking our windows or doors

Never afraid to walk outside at all hours

playing hopscotch, ball, all kinds of games outside.  I never, ever see children playing outside anymore.

I used to shovel snow when I was a kid in Brooklyn for $1.00 and I would give it to my mother and we could get a quart of milk, bread and some cupcakes.

We did chores for our allowances - no entitled children in my neighborhood.

Buying cigarettes for my mom for $.37 a pack.

The neighborhood soda shop where we would sit at the counter for an egg cream or black & white soda

diners, cafeterias

drive-ins

Riding the NYC subway at all hours - without any fear.  It was so safe then.

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I miss hearing the children playing outside. None even ridingl bikes or skating, nothing.  Well, we all have good memories.

[Biftu]

Yes I remember all those low prices, but the average salary was around $3,000-$4,000 a year.  So these costs were high at that time.

[on the bay]

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@SueyMsB wrote:

@on the bay   Yes we pass on the left.  I don't know any different.  Some laws are crazy.

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@SueyMsB,

I know all states use the left lane for passing (unless someone tries to pass anywhere at any time in any lane while zigzagging in and out!).

But only a few states restrict the left lane for passing or turning left only.

When I first drove in NJ that is exactly how it was which I thought was so amazing and such a good idea. The left lane was pretty empty unless someone was passing. I think that cuts down on accidents I bet!

[SandySparkles]

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@Stray wrote:
I loved growing up in New Jersey. We loved going to the Jersey Shore, Asbury Park specifically; it had the best boardwalk. But, my fondest memories are of Palisades Amusement Park. The park still has a cult following. There were often discount coupons in matchbooks, magazines, newspapers & comics. We could spend the entire day there for very little. The Park boasted the worlds largest outdoor salt water pool. It had a waterfall, waves & sand. The times there were just magical; we would swim all day, leave the pool at 5, then board our favorite rides. As it got dark, we would listen to the shows hosted by Cousin Brucie, Murray the K and his swinging soirée & Clay Cole. We saw Diana Ross, Freddie Cannon, Frankie Avalon to name just a few. It was safe, clean & the best story was about the Rosenthal brothers ( owners) who left a hole in the fence to let kids in who could not pay the entry fee & the guards were told to ignore them. It was said they loved children but had none of their own. It looked huge to us but actually by today’s standards, very small. It was almost a rite of passage & some people even got married there. We were all heartbroken when it closed. My husband, myself & many friends still sing the jingle “cmon over”. Those were the days.

Ironically, I live in the town where it was & can see the condo that replaced our beloved park thru my window.

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@Stray Welcome!🥰 Reading of the generosity the kind Rosenthal brothers extended to children unable to pay the fee warmed my soul!❤️ I needed a pick-me-up today, and this feel good post did just that!😊

THANK you SO much for caring to share such a special memory!🤗

~~~All we need is LLOVE💖 

[SandySparkles]

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@lovesallanimals wrote:

Never locking our windows or doors

Never afraid to walk outside at all hours

playing hopscotch, ball, all kinds of games outside.  I never, ever see children playing outside anymore.

I used to shovel snow when I was a kid in Brooklyn for $1.00 and I would give it to my mother and we could get a quart of milk, bread and some cupcakes.

We did chores for our allowances - no entitled children in my neighborhood.

Buying cigarettes for my mom for $.37 a pack.

The neighborhood soda shop where we would sit at the counter for an egg cream or black & white soda

diners, cafeterias

drive-ins

Riding the NYC subway at all hours - without any fear.  It was so safe then.

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@lovesallanimals Welcome!🥰 Sadly, I miss the good ole' days when you could leave your doors unlocked accidentally, but did not become paranoid when realizing you had done so.😐

I have ridden the New York subway on several occasions, and sometimes felt uneasy.😔

THANK you SO much for caring to share!🤗

~~~All we need is LLOVE💖 

[SandySparkles]

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@Biftu wrote:

Yes I remember all those low prices, but the average salary was around $3,000-$4,000 a year.  So these costs were high at that time.

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@Biftu Welcome!🥰 I do not know the rate of inflation then, but I get excited seeing the low prices!😁 I am often left speechless by today's prices when out shopping!

THANK you SO much for caring to share!🤗

~~~All we need is LLOVE💖 

[lynnie61]

We would drive around and look at Christmas lights and decorations several times a season.  Also, we would go to the airport to watch planes land and take off.  I have great memories of doing things as a family.  On Christmas Eve, my dad would take us to McDonalds (Santa always came while we were out).  We rarely ate out, so McDonalds AND Christmas in the same day was pretty great.  Late 60's!  Our summer pool pass I think was 7.00.  Great fun for the whole summer!