Back in the day, Florida homes came with built-in gadgets and gizmos that you actually had to learn how to use. Nothing had a touchscreen, and if it broke, you had to figure it out on your own (or call Grandpa). Fast forward to today, and some of these once-normal home features are now total…
People in the 1980s didn’t try to pretend dinner was fancy. It was loud, fast, and full of flavor—just like the rest of the decade. Moms could whip up a full meal with a can of soup, a pound of ground beef, and maybe a sprinkle of crushed potato chips. Dads carried in paper grocery…
Dinnertime in the 1970s had its own rhythm. You’d hear the rattle of the pressure cooker, the hum of the Harvest Gold refrigerator, and the slam of the screen door as someone yelled, “Wash your hands!” No one was counting calories or snapping photos of their plate. It was about sitting down, passing the salt,…
Many Floridians take it for granted that they’ll receive a U.S. passport after applying for one. However, the government sometimes denies passports for reasons that take Americans by surprise. These are some of the most common reasons the U.S. government won’t issue you a passport. Outstanding Child Support One reason for a passport denial is…
Dinnertime in the 1960s had a rhythm all its own. The table was set before the streetlights came on, and the smell of something warm and familiar drifted in from the kitchen. Kids washed their hands without being told (well, most of the time), and families sat down together without distractions. Moms wore aprons, dads…
Flip through any 1950s cookbook, and you’ll see it: the golden age of American comfort food. From creamy casseroles to slow-cooked pot roasts, these meals were staples on Formica tables across the country. Moms clipped recipes from magazines, dads carved roasts on Sunday, and kids licked their plates clean. These were the meals that defined…
Kitchens in the 1940s smelled like simmering soups, fresh-baked rolls, and maybe a little Spam sizzling in a pan. The world outside might’ve been full of uncertainty, but inside the home, dinnertime brought a sense of peace and togetherness. Americans worked with what they had, made it stretch, and somehow still managed to make it…
Growing up in 1950s Pennsylvania meant being part of a world full of routines that no longer exist. It was a time when moms wore aprons, dads fixed the car in the driveway, and dinner was always served at the table. People knew their neighbors, kids respected their teachers, and Sunday drives were a treat….
Tourists visiting Florida spend well over $100 billion each year. But that doesn’t mean you have to stretch your vacation budget beyond your means to have a great time in the Sunshine State. That said, because of Florida’s popularity, hotels and resorts can get pretty pricy. But don’t worry—there are many ways to save money…
The 1970s had a style all its own—loud, proud, and full of personality. Whether you were getting ready to cruise around in your dad’s station wagon, hit the roller rink with friends, or plop down in the shag carpeted den to watch The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour, your outfit said a lot. Even though…
