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15 Things Only People Who Grew Up in the 70s Will Understand
Mom Says ^ | 9/2/23 | Harvey Richards

Posted on 02/08/2024 1:31:25 PM PST by DallasBiff

Step into a time capsule as we explore the 70s! If you’re a bona fide 70s kid, prepare for a trip down memory lane that evokes waves of nostalgia. The era when bell bottoms reigned supreme, disco anthems ruled the airwaves, and Saturday mornings promised captivating cartoons. Revisit the tingling sensation of Space Dust on your taste buds and the triumphant feeling of unraveling a cassette tape with a trusty pencil. This journey isn’t just a stroll through the past; it’s a cherished badge of honor. So, ease into those groovy vibes, queue up some Bee Gees tunes, and traverse back to a world that was undeniably, and oh-so-groovily, the 70s.

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TOPICS: Chit/Chat; History
KEYWORDS: 2024; 70s; history
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To: EvilCapitalist

Molly Hatchet!!!!


61 posted on 02/08/2024 2:24:02 PM PST by dfwgator (Endut! Hoch Hech!)
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To: jmacusa

No. We wore skirts so short that you were guaranteed to have great posture just so your underwear didn’t show.


62 posted on 02/08/2024 2:25:50 PM PST by mairdie
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To: dfwgator

Not all 70’s music sucked. Though I can understand the hatred for disco.


63 posted on 02/08/2024 2:26:07 PM PST by EvilCapitalist (Pets are no substitute for children)
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To: DallasBiff

Leisure suits.


64 posted on 02/08/2024 2:28:29 PM PST by Daveinyork
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To: DallasBiff

Bartles & James wine coolers. (80s ?)

Stucky’s on the interstate.

CB radio clubs

48 cents per gallon gas

Big cars from the 60s still ran and made of steel ( owned a 65 Pontiac Catalina coupe)

1.85 minimum wage

Very large malls

Good movies and non disco music

Saying the Pledge every day in school AFTER a Bible reading

Etc


65 posted on 02/08/2024 2:29:50 PM PST by Fledermaus (Is it me, or all of a sudden have the buried trolls come out on FR like cicadas? It's all noise.)
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To: Daveinyork

66 posted on 02/08/2024 2:30:28 PM PST by dfwgator (Endut! Hoch Hech!)
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To: dfwgator
Saw those signs everywhere. Disclaimer: There were a few disco songs I liked as with the Beegees' "Saturday Night Fever soundtrack" and a couple of Donna Summers, especially, "I Feel Love". It had such a great grove to it. The rest was mostly repeated crap, pretty much like rap.

I was so happy when "New Age" like the Cars, Blondie, Talking Heads came on the scene and blew disco away. My favorite musical and style era is the 80's. I have a custom library of 80's hits .... there were so many, even without the big hair bands. 90's, I went back to country with all the prolific artists and their slight mix of rock in their songs. Now I'm back to classic rock. I could go on and on, but won't bother you further.

67 posted on 02/08/2024 2:33:36 PM PST by A Navy Vet (USA Birth Certificate - 1787. Death Certificate - 2021? )
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To: Dr. Sivana

Smoking sections were 80s herre


68 posted on 02/08/2024 2:37:07 PM PST by Chickensoup
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To: b4me

I was talking to a friend about how our parent’s generation never went to the dermatologist and there was not much talk of skin cancer. Now everyone seems to get at least actinic keratosis, or even basal cell carcinoma while slathering on the sunscreen.

Maybe the increase in skin cancers is because we are living longer, but it’s just another thing that makes you go Hmmmmm.


69 posted on 02/08/2024 2:38:37 PM PST by Reddy (BO stinks)
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To: DallasBiff

"(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty" - KC and the Sunshine Band

70 posted on 02/08/2024 2:40:31 PM PST by Songcraft ( )
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To: DallasBiff

71 posted on 02/08/2024 2:40:36 PM PST by Repealthe17thAmendment
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To: Repealthe17thAmendment

72 posted on 02/08/2024 2:42:39 PM PST by Repealthe17thAmendment
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To: jmacusa

And almanden chianti And sangria d yago.


73 posted on 02/08/2024 2:44:54 PM PST by Chickensoup
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To: jmacusa

I wore a micro in early 70s to the JP.

Macros were more mid seventies


74 posted on 02/08/2024 2:46:26 PM PST by Chickensoup
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To: DallasBiff

Tattoos were mostly on old men. Mostly sailors or excins.
Noone wore their pajamas in public.
Only potheads Sat around smoking pot all day.
Gas was 40-60 cents a gallon.
You could buy ..what is now considered classic cars for a few hundred dollars..maybe a grand.
Kids used the F word much less.
Music was performed by four people who played guitars and a drum. ..not computer generated crap.


75 posted on 02/08/2024 2:49:08 PM PST by Leep
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To: A Navy Vet

DISCO
One that sticks with me was PLAY THAT FUNKY MUSIC WHITE BOY

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=BHcYFxU4fMo&pp=ygUfcGxheSB0aGF0IGZ1bmt5IG11c2ljIHdoaXRlIGJveQ%3D%3D


76 posted on 02/08/2024 2:49:29 PM PST by Chickensoup
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To: Leep
Check out the concert ticket prices back then...


77 posted on 02/08/2024 2:51:15 PM PST by dfwgator (Endut! Hoch Hech!)
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To: mairdie

If you wore any...lol


78 posted on 02/08/2024 2:53:42 PM PST by Chickensoup
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To: dfwgator

I like the $8.50 All Taxes Included.

The thieves charge outrageous “handling fees” these days.


79 posted on 02/08/2024 2:54:13 PM PST by OldHarbor
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To: Daveinyork

“The article forgot CB radios...”

My dad had a huge antenna on the roof and one in his car as he was working on a large project about 5 miles from home. I don’t recall if mom could reach him at the site - I think she could?

“Tom Peterson said the windows are in. Call him back at 612-927-5562”.

“HEY LADY - get off the CB. You can’t be giving out phone numbers. This is for truckers!!”

New Years eve I would have a buddy over while my folks were out. We would watch the scary-movie marathon (Tarantula, Giant Ants, etc.), eat snacks, and talk to the truckers on the CB radio. Good times.


80 posted on 02/08/2024 2:55:27 PM PST by 21twelve (Ever Vigilant. Never Fearful.)
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