10 Ways Life Has Evolved Since 1985 (Or Has It Really?)

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Hey there! It’s hard to believe it’s been over three decades since we rocked out to those ’80s classics. Let’s take a lighthearted stroll down memory lane and see how much has really changed—or not—since 1985.

1. Work Life
   1985: Scored a gig at Tony’s Pizza for a cool $3.50 an hour!
   2015: Fast forward to today, and I’m getting paid to write! At the freelance rate, which is… about $3.50 an hour. Go figure!
2. Waiting Games
   1985: I would sit by the phone, anxiously awaiting a call from that cute guy I met at the beach.
   2015: Now, I’m glued to my phone waiting for the soccer schedule to drop for my kiddo. Priorities, right?
3. Snack Attack
   1985: Ruffles chips and sour cream dip were the ultimate snack combo.
   2015: Seriously, I should have invested in Lipton Onion Soup Mix; it’s a game-changer!
4. Movie Nights
   1985: The Breakfast Club premiered, and I was told I looked like Ally Sheedy. Did they mean the messy version or the glam one? Still wondering about that.
   2015: Watching The Breakfast Club with my kids is a trip! My teen is cringing, while my 11-year-old is cracking up at all the “inappropriate” bits. Note to self: keep the Bad News Bears watch a secret.
5. Fashion Choices
   1985: After saving my Chi-Chi’s checks, I splurged on a pair of $85 paisley Guess jeans. They didn’t last long, thanks to my college diet.
   2015: Just found those same paisley Guess jeans online for $19. Guess they’re “super skinny” now. Who wants that? Give me my comfy sweats!
6. Parking Skills
   1985: Managed to parallel park a Pontiac station wagon in driver’s ed (barely passed, though).
   2015: Still can’t parallel park to save my life, but I can back my minivan into tight spots like a pro. Recent highlight: wedging it between two Jaguars. Oops!
7. Trophy Culture
   1985: Came to terms with the fact that trophies weren’t in my future. Pretended I was cool with it.
   2015: Now you can buy yourself a trophy that doubles as a wine stopper. America, you’ve outdone yourself!
8. Concerts
   1985: Remember Prince’s Purple Rain tour? Epic moments—like that bathtub scene!
   2015: Sure, Taylor Swift has the wardrobe and catchy songs, but nothing beats those legendary ’80s concerts.
9. Sleep Schedules
   1985: Caught a solid nine hours of sleep. School ran from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., leaving time for activities and homework without caffeine.
   2015: Now, my local high school starts at 7:20 a.m., and I’m all about the coffee. Yikes!
10. Friendship Choices
    1985: Chose my friends wisely and felt it mattered.
    2015: Still choosing wisely and loving my kids’ friends too. At the end of the day, relationships matter more than grades or sports.

Bonus Tidbit: Did you know that “Nothing Compares 2 U,” a tribute to Ruffles and dip, was penned by Prince in 1985? Sinead O’Connor made it famous later. Just saying: Prince always wins, even in snacks!

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In summary, while some things have definitely changed since 1985, the essence of life—friendships, snacks, and the constant struggle with parking—remains the same. Here’s to the journey!