Feeling Groovy in the 1970's

I was a teenager in the 70's. That was a good time to be young. Things were simple. We didn't have cellphones, computers, or even cable. Can you imagine having only three main TV stations? And worse yet, when I got a flat tire and that other time I ended up in a ditch, I had to walk to find a phone to get help. And how about prom? We didn't have our hair, makeup, or nails done professionally. We also didn't rent limos. I'm sure our parents probably appreciated not having to spend so much money. But we still had fun. As I remember it, the day after prom was the most fun because that's when you spend the day going someplace special. For us it was usually a big park, beach, or a day at Great America Theme Park. We also did dinners in downtown Chicago after prom. 

I had a blast looking through my old photos to share some of them with you. What a fun trip down memory lane! In the photos above you'll see me getting my hair curled by a friend for prom. At least we had curing irons! I also included a picture of my sister as she's getting ready to go to school. But the picture of my sister is how I remember the 70's fashion. Bell bottom hip huggers, wide belt, platform shoes, and of course long hair. And take a look at the picture of my dad in front of the floral curtains. Dad looked great but the curtains, yikes! Of course, it wouldn't be a true 70's picture without my first car, a 1970 Toyota. By the time I got to drive it you had to put it into neutral at every stoplight and gently press the gas pedal or it would die. It was mine and my sister's first car and we loved it at the time.

But back then, we really didn't feel like we were missing anything. So many things have changed in that short amount of time when it comes to technology. I can't even begin to imagine all the things my granddaughter will see in her lifetime. I do hope though that she will look back at her teens in a fun way just like I do.

After looking at the pictures I can say that the quality of our photos have come a long way.

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