10 Playgrounds That Would Be Considered Unsafe Today
These old-school playgrounds were thrilling at the time, but today's safety rules would shut them down in a heartbeat.
Childhood
13 Games You Made Up With Whatever Was Around
A hilarious tribute to human boredom and ingenuity, these 13 made-up games prove you don’t need fancy gear—just a sock, a spoon, and a wild imagination to turn your space into a chaotic arena of joy.
10 Days You Pretended to Be Sick—Just to Watch Cartoons
Here's a nostalgic dive into the golden sick days of childhood, when fake fevers and phantom coughs were the price of admission to cartoon marathons that felt more vital than school.
17 Raincoats, Boots, and Umbrellas You Had as a Kid
Rainy days were more exciting when we were kids, thanks to the bright and fun gear we got to wear. Whether it was a cartoon-covered umbrella or squeaky rubber boots, each piece had its own charm.
10 Times Your Parents Said “Because I Said So” and That Was That
Some phrases stick with you forever, and “Because I said so” is definitely one of them. It was the ultimate conversation-ender, no matter how strong your argument was.
15 Odd Jobs You Did as a Kid to Make Extra Cash
Making extra cash as a kid meant doing odd jobs that were a little weird but totally worth it.