Then & Now
Old Garage Finds That Could Be Worth Money
Your garage could house a gold mine of monetary value! While going through the old stuff you’ve decided to keep, you may find some ... Read…
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June Hartwell
June Hartwell is the editorial persona for Then & Now at Should We Watch, exploring familiar objects, old routines, and the ways everyday life has changed. The focus is on specific details and historical context, without treating every generation’s experience as the same.
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15 Outrageous Things You Could Actually Buy from Catalogs in the ‘60s
Gather ’round, folks! If you think today’s online shopping is wild, let me tell you about the wonderland that was mail-order catalogs in the ... Read more
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Seventies Cars We Thought Were the Coolest Ever
The 1970s had lots of unique made cars, and are fun to look back on. From flashy cars to side coupled weirdly designed soft ... Read more
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Cheap Toys from the Past That Are Now Collector’s Gold
Remember those toys we begged our parents to buy us at the five-and-dime store? The ones that cost just a few dollars, or came ... Read more
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Classic Department Stores That Made Shopping an Event
Ah, those magical days when shopping meant more than clicking “add to cart”! Back in our day, department stores weren’t just places to buy ... Read more
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Retro Slogans Only Boomers Still Use — and Why They’re Hilarious
You know what really takes me back? Those catchy phrases and slogans we all used to say without thinking twice. These days, when I ... Read more
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What a Dollar Got You in the ’70s Versus What It Costs Now
Remember when a dollar actually meant something? Back in the 1970s, you could fill your shopping cart, enjoy a night out, or buy a ... Read more
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Playground Equipment That Would Never Pass Today’s Safety Standards
Back when playground safety was more of a suggestion than a requirement, we had some of the most thrilling (and terrifying) equipment imaginable. Our ... Read more
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13 Vintage Clothing Items That Could Fund Your Retirement
Remember those olden-days clothes? Some old styles are now becoming collectable and of high value. The 1950’s through 1970’s vintage styles are now selling ... Read more
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What You Could Buy at the Corner Store for Pennies
Remember when a pocketful of pennies could buy you a whole afternoon of treats? Back in the 1960s, the corner store was a magical ... Read more
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