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I remember when pop was a dime, candy bars a nickel, cigarettes 20 cents and gas 19 cents.

I remember when all adults were to be treated with respect and not feared.

I remember when almost all mothers were housewives and fathers worked for the same company for life.

I remember being sent home from HS for wearing blue jeans.

I remember being admonished for having hair longer than a crew cut.

I remember when my friend was the only one we knew who had divorced parents.

I remember the beginning of rock and roll and the general contempt felt by many adults.

I remember our first TV set, 12 inch black and white with a large mahogany case. Most popular show was I Love Lucy.

I remember spending an entire evening at the local tavern with only a dollar. Frosty mugs were 15 cents.