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When I downloaded all my CDs to my computer, my then 16 year old nephew eagerly took all them, he was in a band at that time and they played mainly stuff that was MY parents generation, his older brother is into bands like The Door's, my SOs teen daughter mentioned she totally approved of my iPod due to the huge mix of music from every generation, and promptly chose a song by Heart.
Heck, the skater boy hair of a few years ago, looks like the hair on boys in the 1970's.
A bunch of us "old folks" were talking about that their didn't appear to be the generational gap now as it was when we were growing up. We're into current stuff, the kids like some of the old stuff.... there really is no us vs. them.
At least I'm not seeing it. The kids in our (rather large) family, can't wait for all the xmas parties, and holiday get togethers. I've heard them say the parents, aunties, grandmas... all the oldies are so much fun. They range in age from infant to 20s...
When I downloaded all my CDs to my computer, my then 16 year old nephew eagerly took all them, he was in a band at that time and they played mainly stuff that was MY parents generation, his older brother is into bands like The Door's, my SOs teen daughter mentioned she totally approved of my iPod due to the huge mix of music from every generation, and promptly chose a song by Heart.
Heck, the skater boy hair of a few years ago, looks like the hair on boys in the 1970's.
A bunch of us "old folks" were talking about that their didn't appear to be the generational gap now as it was when we were growing up. We're into current stuff, the kids like some of the old stuff.... there really is no us vs. them.
At least I'm not seeing it. The kids in our (rather large) family, can't wait for all the xmas parties, and holiday get togethers. I've heard them say the parents, aunties, grandmas... all the oldies are so much fun. They range in age from infant to 20s...
Very nice to hear; thx for sharing! Admittedly, maybe some of what I'm thinking about has something about the geographic region where I live. (D.C. can be very current fashion-conscious, as in "I must have the latest/greatest/newest gadget out there", and most ppl are *very big* on only the latest clothing styles...most wouldn't be caught dead wearing anything even 5 years dated ) Around here, ppl regularly tote their nooks and kindles and iPads and tablet PCs (even laptops are considered "outdated", here! ). Makes me feel kinda "old" already, sometimes...and I'm not even 35 yet!
Very nice to hear; thx for sharing! Admittedly, maybe some of what I'm thinking about has something about the geographic region where I live. (D.C. can be very current fashion-conscious, as in "I must have the latest/greatest/newest gadget out there", and most ppl are *very big* on only the latest clothing styles...most wouldn't be caught dead wearing anything even 5 years dated ) Around here, ppl regularly tote their nooks and kindles and iPads and tablet PCs (even laptops are considered "outdated", here! ). Makes me feel kinda "old" already, sometimes...and I'm not even 35 yet!
Here, we are the opposite about fashion. Sundress, tanks, shorts, flipflops more often than not.
Shopping at "The Ross" or outlet stores is de rigueur, and hand me downs of clothes and furniture is handed back and forth in families until no one wants any of it, and all parties are potluck. We are NOT a pretentious state.
Have you noticed Forever21? The selections look like 70's thru 90's melted together. There are teenagers who don't mind Retro even in music and TV shows.
I was lucky! My parents were open to new music and new styles when I was growing up..And I grew up during the "youth revolution" back in the 50's and 60's. I was "there" when "rock and roll" was "born" and took hold!...My parents were naturally curious people and they enjoyed "new things." And I still enjoyed Frank Sinatra and "show tunes" and Big Band music along with "rock and roll" too!...Every now and then my parents "put their foot down" over a new style that I wanted to wear because they felt that a bikini was too skimpy or an outfit was too wild or gaudy etc. But all in all I had a lot of leeway...I've always been open to "new" too. I don't want to hide out in a "cave" and pretend that I still live in the 80's. When my husband was alive we loved to dance to "Hip Hop" music when we went out. (In our 60's.)...My son loves to hear about the "old days" and he keeps me updated about new things that come out on the market. We listen to "oldies" together and new music too...One thing I don't like is the pressure to "upgrade" to new electronic gadgets all the time. Or pressure to keep remodeling our homes. (To keep up with all of the latest trends and styles etc.).. When I was growing up new things didn't come out on the market at such a rapid rate. (And fast pace!) I like to "enjoy what I have" for a little while.
Very nice to hear; thx for sharing! Admittedly, maybe some of what I'm thinking about has something about the geographic region where I live. (D.C. can be very current fashion-conscious, as in "I must have the latest/greatest/newest gadget out there", and most ppl are *very big* on only the latest clothing styles...most wouldn't be caught dead wearing anything even 5 years dated ) Around here, ppl regularly tote their nooks and kindles and iPads and tablet PCs (even laptops are considered "outdated", here! ). Makes me feel kinda "old" already, sometimes...and I'm not even 35 yet!
I agree...It probably does depend on "where we live" and our "circle of friends" etc...I don't have much in common with people who constantly "upgrade." I enjoy being aware of new trends and new products etc. But I just don't feel an urge to rush right out and buy every new thing that comes out on the market. And my closest friends don't either! So I don't seem like a "freak" or "weirdo" among my peers....I would probably "stick out" in big ways if I decided to move to Beverly Hills or some other affluent suburb or upscale area like you do! When I've lived in these type of areas (in the past) I always found a few renegades and "downhome" people (like me) to spend time with! Thank goodness! Good luck finding people who share your values!
I encourage cross-generational knowledge-sharing by paying my 14-year-old for correctly guessing the name of the artist when we hear a song from the olden days (60s-90s)
I was so proud last night when she was awarded two francs for getting Johnny Rotten on "World Destruction." (the addition of Africa Bambaata would have netted her a tenner, but...she is still so young )
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) Around here, ppl regularly tote their nooks and kindles and iPads and tablet PCs (even laptops are considered "outdated", here! 
). Makes me feel kinda "old" already, sometimes...and I'm not even 35 yet! 
