Author: Abigail Clark

The ‘80s were all about convenience and showing off the latest gadgets. Homes weren’t complete without certain appliances that parents couldn’t stop talking about. Some made life easier, others just made noise, but all of them felt like “must-haves” at the time. Microwave Oven Nothing said “modern” like a countertop microwave. Families bragged about how…

The ‘90s had a look you can spot a mile away. Some of it was cozy, some of it was practical, and some of it didn’t age well at all. These choices may feel nostalgic now, but they immediately tell you what decade the house hasn’t moved past. Sponge-Painted Walls Back then, everyone thought sponging…

If you grew up in the ‘70s, chores weren’t optional — they were a given. Parents didn’t hand out allowances for doing them either. You were expected to pitch in because that’s how the household ran. Looking back, a lot of those jobs weren’t fun, but they stuck with you. They taught responsibility, patience, and…

Long before TikTok cleaning hacks took over, moms in the ‘80s and ‘90s already had their own tried-and-true methods. Many of these tricks came from their parents and grandparents, and surprisingly, a lot of them still hold up today. Vinegar for Streak-Free Windows A spray bottle of vinegar and water was the go-to for cleaning…

If you grew up in the ‘90s, you probably remember how much time dads spent in the garage. That space wasn’t just for parking cars — it was the unofficial workshop, storage zone, and sometimes even a weekend hangout. While garages today might be packed with smart tools and wall systems, back then, the projects…

Smells stick with us more than we realize. One whiff and you’re right back in your grandma’s kitchen or your old elementary school. Some scents are comforting, others strange, but all of them trigger memories instantly. These are the kinds of smells that can transport you back decades without warning. Crayons The waxy, slightly sweet…

The ‘70s and ‘80s had their own ideas of what “the future” would look like, and plenty of those upgrades ended up in regular houses. At the time, they were cutting-edge — or at least felt like it. Now, most of them are outdated, but you can’t deny the excitement people had when these so-called…

Where you store your food makes a big difference in how long it lasts. Putting things in the wrong place can make them spoil faster, lose flavor, or even grow mold before you expect it. Not everything belongs in the fridge, and not everything does well on the counter. Paying attention to proper storage means…