Author: Shirley Crawford

Shirley Crawford has always believed the best stories come with a little dust on them. With a knack for finding beauty in old lunchboxes, faded Polaroids, and jingles that haven't aired in decades, she writes to help others relive the moments that shaped them. Shirley Crawford is a Mindfully American house byline. See our Editorial Policies for how our content is produced.

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17 Unforgettable Things Every Texan Remembers About the 1980s
ByShirley Crawford June 26, 2025September 2, 2025

If you grew up in Texas during the 1980s, chances are your memories are painted in bold neon, blasted through a boom box, and rooted deep in the Friday night football bleachers. The decade wasn’t just about big hair and shoulder pads. It was a time when Texans carved out their own version of cool,…

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15 Home Décor Trends That Make Your Florida House Look Dated (Not Retro)
ByShirley Crawford June 19, 2025August 22, 2025

Some home décor choices bring back warm memories. Others just make people wonder why you still have fake ivy on top of your kitchen cabinets. The line between retro and outdated is thinner than most folks think. These are old-school decor trends that make Florida homes scream “update me!” Matching Bathroom Sets Remember when every…

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