I'm Not Really That Old...Am I?

In my classroom the other day we had a discussion about remote controls. I forget how the topic came up but I mentioned how when I was a 3rd grader "I" was the remote control. I remember sitting in front of the TV and changing the channel and volume to my parents delight. Of course, we only had channels 2 through 13 so there wasn't much choice. This brief comment lead to a discussion on technology and I got to thinking about how many things my son Douglas will have that weren't around when I was a boy. It is truly amazing. We did have the color TV, however, the only way to see a recent movie was to watch it on HBO. If you had HBO. It was a little pricey and the only movie station. Our kitchen had no microwave, popcorn was made in a pan with actual oil. All condiments came in glass jars, no squeezing! As far as music goes I lived with my record player and would go to Caldors every Friday to pick up the latest song on 45. I was so excited when in 1980 I got a cassette recorder. I would hold it up to the TV to record theme songs. We did have an 8-track player in the car! Oh yeah....who needs satellite radio and an I-pod when you have Barry Manilow Live on 8-track! There were no airbags, heck, we didn't even have shoulder belts. Power windows and door locks....nope. I won't even discuss computers and video games except to mention that Pac Man RULED and I just loved to type my name on the TV screen with my Commodor Vic-20!
I think about how much I enjoy all of the current technology, even though I am a bit behind with it. I have yet to upgrade to HD TV, my TV isn't a flat panel and my games systems aren't any of the new ones. I love having an I-pod and my cell phone and XM radio and a laptop. I just wonder what Doug will have in about 20 or 30 years. Will all of these things I just mentioned seem as old as 8-tracks and Vic-20's? It should be exciting.
Now for a thought to ponder....."To me, clowns aren't funny. In fact, they're kinda scary. I've wondered where this started, and I think it goes back to the time I went to the circus and a clown killed my dad." -Jack Handey

A New VH1 Reality Show...

I recently realized that I no longer watch any sitcoms. TV for me seems to revolve around sports and reality television. I'm not saying that this is a bad thing, it is just a switch. After watching a number of reality shows I have decided that I have an interesting idea for a reality show. Actually, I guess it really isn't an idea, just a desire to unite some interesting folks. So here goes....let's put Danny Bonaduce, Gary Busey and Ted Nugent in a house and just see what happens. There doesn't need to be a goal, just sit back and watch. I am hoping for your sake you know who these three individuals are. If not...check out "Surviving Nugent" "Super Group" "Breaking Bonaduce" & Season 2 of "Celebrity Fit Club". Each of these individuals added quite a unique flavor to the show they were on and would be an awesome trio. Any further suggestions? Leave me a post!
Now...for a thought to ponder (keep this in mind Corey):
"When you go for a job interview, I think a good thing to ask is if they ever press charges." -Jack Handey