CESD-040 The story always starts in the same way, and it never gets old. The VHS tape is at the bottom of the box, and as I pull it out, the static crackles to life, and the logo comes into focus. It's time to relive my favorite moments from the 1980s, the best days of my childhood.
The show begins with the opening theme song that I used to sing along to. Back then, I would sit on the floor, staring at the TV screen, singing as loud as I could. It was my way of escaping from the world around me, a way to forget my troubles and just enjoy the moment.
As the show starts, I can't help but notice how much technology has changed since then. The characters are struggling with their favorite gadgets, but for me, it's a reminder of how far we've come. The selfies and constant need to be connected 24/7 never existed back then, and it makes me happy to see how simple our lives were back then.
The plot unfolds, and I am instantly hooked. The storylines are cheesy and predictable, but I love every minute of it. The relationships, the friendships, the drama - it all reminds me of the innocence of childhood and the joy of reliving those memories.
As the episode comes to an end, I can't help but feel a sense of nostalgia. It's bittersweet, really. Nostalgia, for the simplicity of the 1980s, for the way life used to be, for the innocence of childhood that I can never get back.
As I turn off the TV, I know that I will be back for another dose of nostalgia next weekend. It's my way of keeping the past alive, of keeping the memories of those carefree days alive. It's my own little time machine, and I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world.
15 Dec 2013