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Having To Go To School on Saturdays in the Winter
I grew up in the Appalachian mountains, so winter never left us wanting for snow. Most days in January and February brought at least a dusting, even if it was …
Month: January 2026
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In Defense of American Defense Action Figures
Back in the early 1980s, when the world was still lit by the glow of Saturday morning cartoons and the hum of VCRs rewinding, G.I. Joe was king. I was …
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Alf Hand Puppets From Burger King
Back in the late 1980s, when fast food promotions were practically a second currency for kids, Burger King rolled out something that wasn’t technically a kid’s meal toy, but felt …