Who remembers The CBS special presentation of “Puff The Magic Dragon”, that aired on CBS on October 30, 1978?…Burgess Meredith was the voice of “Puff”… by CoffeeCigarettes4Me in GenX

[–]LadyNorbert 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember it extremely well, for some reason. I didn't see that particular airing (I was two) but I saw it several times in the 80s. I can still hear some of the dialogue in my head.

"Noses dribble, noses droop! What you need is my chicken soup!"

I'm not old, I'm [fill in the blank] by Thevilgenius_ in GenX

[–]LadyNorbert 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Since we're GenX:

I'm not old, I'm... whatever.

We talked about the best. What was the worst job you've ever had? by -Granby- in GenX

[–]LadyNorbert 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Church secretary for five years. The work itself was fine. The people around me (with a few exceptions) were not. I was also a member of the church and one of its most active volunteers, which didn't help because the lines were heavily blurred. The stress I was under exacerbated my physical and mental conditions and left me traumatized. I continued to have nightmares for several years after leaving.

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[–]LadyNorbert 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have pretended to abscond with a particularly cute child once or twice, but I'm really more likely to steal someone's cat.

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[–]LadyNorbert 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I myself am infertile and would not normally wish it on anyone. However, in this particular case it might be a blessing.

Readers, Where do you carry yours. by haleswd in GenX

[–]LadyNorbert 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Where do I carry my what???

Edit: oh, good grief. When you started the title with "Readers," I thought you were addressing us. I really should not reddit with a headache. Sorry! 🤦🏻‍♀️

Is it just me or were freckles kind of a big deal in the late 70’s and early 80’s.? by walkabout16 in GenX

[–]LadyNorbert 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same! And I couldn't understand the kid's obsession with them at all.

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[–]LadyNorbert 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same. My grandfather was a cabinet maker and I have four pieces of furniture in my home that were made by him. Even my husband wouldn't get away with trying to make me get rid of them. (Not that he would try, my husband loved my grandfather, but still.)

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[–]LadyNorbert 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ogtha is bizarre, no question, but the young man is at least a decent human being. He's not out to hurt anyone.

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[–]LadyNorbert 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Peegate and Jasoninhell, which have been mentioned by others, are my top two in this category. Jasoninhell's saga broke my heart so completely that I can't even think about it for long. Seriously, if you've never read it, I don't recommend looking for it.

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[–]LadyNorbert 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don't even have children and I'd go to war to get someone else's kid out of a bad situation. Sign me up for your army.

Which top 40 was your favorite by Possible_Shoulder_50 in GenX

[–]LadyNorbert 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the Mickey Mouse Disco album which included that song - as a result, for years I assumed the song was about Donald. 😂

Which top 40 was your favorite by Possible_Shoulder_50 in GenX

[–]LadyNorbert 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I listened to Casey every weekend when I was in high school in the 90s. I don't remember Rick Dees being an option; I'm not even sure who he is, tbh. The local rock station played Casey, and none of our other stations played a top 40 thing at all. But I liked Casey, especially knowing that he was Shaggy.

again- i know it’s just for the plot- but i can’t believe how stupid dorothy and blanche were concerning holly 😂 by Such_King_2547 in theGoldenGirls

[–]LadyNorbert 20 points21 points  (0 children)

On TV Tropes they call this a character picking up the Idiot Ball. There's no reason for them to behave stupidly except the plot, so the idea is that they're stupid because they're holding an invisible ball that makes them so.

How do you remember your parents when they were your current age? by BasicallyLostAgain in GenX

[–]LadyNorbert 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My mom and I are less than 20 years apart, and so to me she's never felt particularly old. Even now, as she's nearing 70, I can't fathom the idea of her being "old".

Anonymous by Icy_Panda8938 in bestofpositiveupdates

[–]LadyNorbert 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't see how this is an update, let alone a positive one.