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50s childhood memories forests creeks and ponds
Henry David Thoreau experienced his model of simple living in natural surroundings living in a small shack at Walden Pond. The location is about 2 miles from the town of Concord. Because of isolation from community activities, he was able … Continue reading
Grandmothers egg money 50s childhood memories
Family farms in the 1950s were complex economic entities with many products and sources of revenue generated by small family units. One of the common businesses was production of eggs. The chickens and egg production were usually the responsibility of … Continue reading
50s childhood neighborhood routines small town memories
Child development psychology emphasizes the importance of routine. 50s childhood neighborhood routines adapted children’s habitats to a specific place and time. The childhood memories are life anchors that point to a sense of well-being and security. The smell of burning … Continue reading
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50s family baseball customs and routines
50s family baseball customs were not an addition to family life, they were essential to family life. Family baseball customs were more than recreation, instead it was part of the daily routine of family life. They were routine family life, … Continue reading
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Carnivals and Fish Frys 50s neighborhood memories
A child’s neighborhood is their first worldview. The short walk to the limited business district, town theater, playgrounds and schools defined the universe of 1950s neighborhood memories. Memories, relationships, identity, and a sense of security, evolve from neighborhood dynamics. A … Continue reading
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Movies frame 50s childhood memories and friendships
Most movies produced during the 1950s focused on adult interests. The cartoons that preceded the main feature were considered the children’s part of the presentation. Western theme films, Science Fiction, WWII films, and Comedy genres attracted both children and adults. … Continue reading
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Streets and Roads down the highway
A child’s universe is down the highway on Illinois Route 143 Illinois Route 143 connects towns down the highway from Alton, Illinois on the Mississippi River to Highland, Illinois. The State of Illinois applied the Route 143 designation to former … Continue reading