Saturday, December 15, 2018

Christmas now and way back when

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Slide 61 of 62: When it comes to Christmas, some folks love to go all out. We admire this couple's Christmas spirit!
1998
 
Slide 59 of 62: Patterns galore! We're loving this adorable '90s family. Check out these timeless holiday traditions you should consider adopting this year.
1997
 
Slide 50 of 62: In the '80s, Cabbage Patch dolls were all the rage. This little girl was lucky enough to have Santa bring her one!
1989
 
Slide 49 of 62: One of the best parts of the Christmas season? The food! This spread looks amazing! If you're looking to duplicate this casual, fun style yourself, explore our top Christmas appetizer recipes.
1985
 
Slide 41 of 62: Sometimes Christmas gets the better of you. That's OK! Nothing like a few peppermint treats to cool you down.
1979
 
Slide 38 of 62: This snapshot is pure '70s perfection. We wouldn't mind recapturing this vibe! Check out our vintage recipes from the '70s worth trying today.
1975
 
Slide 33 of 62: The '70s brought along some pretty outrageous color combinations. Can you spot the lime green carpeting under this Christmas Day haul?
1971
 
Slide 32 of 62: St. Nick hadn't visited these boys yet, but we hope he filled their stockings with some tasty treats like these.
1970
 
Slide 26 of 62: Everything about this Christmas snap has us feeling all kinds of nostalgic. That perfectly decorated tree, the wonderfully '60s toys plus that old tube TV all scream vintage Christmas to us. It has us wanting to mix up one of these delicious vintage desserts, too.
1964
 
Slide 25 of 62: During the holidays, the kitchen always seems like the busiest room in the house. Looks like it was the same all the way back in 1963. And don't think we're not eyeing up that perfectly golden turkey! We're sure Grandma followed a few of our tips to get a flavorful and juicy bird.
1963
 
Slide 22 of 62: Matching pajamas on Christmas Day have long been a tradition. This 1960s family took the trend a step further than most, but we love the wild print!
1960
 
Slide 19 of 62: Too much tinsel? Never! We love this tree's over-the-top decorations.
1957
 
Slide 17 of 62: Finding the perfect fresh-cut tree has always been a challenge, but it looks like these folks did well for themselves (even if the tree doesn't quite fit inside). When you're back from the tree farm, try stirring up some of our cutest Christmas tree snacks.
1955
 
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Mother with two sons in front of a decorated staircase
1954
 
I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus
1952
 
Three girls with a new puppy
1951
 
Black and white photo of girls lined up for a photo in front of their Christmas tree with stockings in hand
1949
 
Girl and a boy sitting among opened presents under a Christmas tree
1948
 
Black and white photo of two women in front of a Christmas tree
1947
 
Black and white photo of two children reading a book together
1946
 
Photo of deployed family member beside the Christmas presents
1944
 
Black and white photo of two kids spelling out "Merry Christmas" with cookies
1943
 
Black and white photo of a young girl beside a dollhouse
1942
 
Black and white photo of two men standing in front of a christmas tree
1941
 
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1940

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Christmas tree and family 1923
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 Even in 1915, Christmas was a crazy, wonderful time for children, privileged, and not so privileged. You can still feel the magic and excitement in the air, in spite of the fact that Christmas is practically shoved down our throats wherever we go in this era. They start advertising in October and Christmas carols tinkle in malls and shops in November. No matter where you look you are persuaded, cajoled and blackmailed to buy, buy, buy.
However, most of us still feel that lovely Christmasy anticipation  and benevolence. We even greet, as old friends, the neighbors we ignore the rest of the year. The feeling dies the day after the New Year's celebrations and we feel that little let-down because it's all over for another year. A little post Holidays depression that some of us try to drown with the last of the stale egg-nog and then an Alka Seltzer to relieve that bloated feeling that comes with overindulgence.
Ahh, well, we could try and keep the feeling of generosity and good will toward mankind going all year but what an exhausting effort that would be. And we would be bored stiff before January was over.
Apparently we need the stimulation that strife, frustration and aggravation provide us with. So, although the spirit of Christmas may be Saint Nick.... The spirit of 'Right After Christmas' is surely Donald Trump .... Bless his heart.
 
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2 comments:

  1. Memories of good times of yesteryear , thank you very much fart ass at the bottom to remind everyone what to expect the day after Christmas . Hopeful the New Year will bring about new changes for the best.
    Great article sweetie
    Love Witchy

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  2. Thank you my dear. I will leave you a note Wednesday night. From what Sha told me, you seem so busy your head is spinning. So I won't ask for a chat until right after Christmas. Then we will have lots of news to gossip about.
    I have some interesting news. Tune in tomorrow on WAG. Love you girl
    Shadow

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