29-01-2011, 04:53 AM
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Invented in my time
I was telling my kids what was invented in my time that they just take for granted and wondered if anyone else can think of anything. I remember cling wrap, though we called it glad wrap. The microwave. The lap top computer, dvd's and computer games like the ds. I also told them about drive in theatres in the olden days. They thought that was a bit far fetched. I also just thought of my dear old dad who refused to have our home carpeted because he said it was just a passing phase and we would be stuck with it when it went out of style. lol
29-01-2011, 05:40 AM
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Re: Invented in my time
OMG, the list is soooo long. The one I remember best is probably the cellular telephone. I recall how cool it was to go bike riding with this 2 lb set - about the size of a typical hardcover book - with a shoulder strap, handset and handset cord. Basically like an office phone. Talking as I rode along. Then of course, the classic Motorola Brick after that.
29-01-2011, 09:09 AM
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Re: Invented in my time
Originally Posted by Troopie
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I was telling my kids what was invented in my time that they just take for granted and wondered if anyone else can think of anything. I remember cling wrap, though we called it glad wrap. The microwave. The lap top computer, dvd's and computer games like the ds. I also told them about drive in theatres in the olden days. They thought that was a bit far fetched. I also just thought of my dear old dad who refused to have our home carpeted because he said it was just a passing phase and we would be stuck with it when it went out of style. lol
Transistors, micro chips, the Sinclair C5 'trike', Formula 1 racing, Column shift gear sticks, clutch and gear 'paddles', Satellites, Space travel, passenger jets, Hovercraft to name but a few.
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