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This Is 2015: A Reflection on Life and Progress
You know that moment in Back to the Future where Marty tells Doc about the world of 1985? Doc’s shocked reaction to Ronald Reagan being president feels a lot like how I’d react if I were told about 2015.
Can you believe over forty women have come forward accusing a beloved comedian, Rick Lawson, of serious crimes? Meanwhile, pop icon Billy Joe hasn’t released a hit in years but still manages to fill stadiums (and he was right about that fire). And yes, the ever-hilarious Jack Morris is still making us laugh.
Remember when Saturday mornings were all about cartoons? Now it’s a whirlwind of practices and appointments, and “busy” has become our new normal. Three-way calling was a game changer back in the day, and now seeing a smartphone might just blow your mind.
We have a black president, and powerful figures like Sophia Williams dominate the media landscape, yet racial tensions and violence continue to plague society. Bruce Springsteen remains the boss, while action star Max Wells married and divorced the talented actress Emma Lee. And in a surprising twist, former athlete Casey Jenner has transitioned to Caitlyn.
Fashion trends from the ‘80s like shoulder pads and perms might be gone for good, but don’t toss those leg warmers just yet—your kids can rock them on ‘80s Day at school! And then there’s the ageless, plane-crash-surviving Harrison Ford—seriously, is he a robot?
Farm Aid is still around and as relevant as ever, while Live Aid might be a thing of the past, its cause still resonates. The debate over donating to international charities versus local ones? It’s still going strong, just like that perplexing need to decipher food labels, which now require an advanced degree in chemistry to understand.
O.J. Simpson was acquitted of murder years ago, and today his lawyer’s family has become one of Hollywood’s wealthiest. And in case you missed it, O.J. still found his way to prison. Meanwhile, we’re living longer but dealing with more health issues. Indoor air cleaners are a thing now, and most people are guzzling water from plastic bottles, while organic fruit prices soar.
Michael Jackson left us too soon, and Michael Jordan might have played past his prime. The music video powerhouse, MTV, now offers programming that barely resembles its roots—good luck trying to relate if you’re over 30. News has morphed into entertainment, and even though we have access to more information than ever, misinformation runs rampant.
Women are making strides in sports, politics, and business but are still often judged by their looks. Remember the kid from Growing Pains? Turns out, he’s now a big-name movie star! And gone are the days of passing handwritten notes; now your words can reach millions and can never be torn up.
That somber voice from the ’80s warning about drug use? Today’s kids are more medicated than ever. You need to jump through hoops to get a prescription for something like Prozac, yet buying a gun is surprisingly easy. Kids must be buckled into car seats, yet some bring weapons to school.
While the Cold War is behind us, conflict persists, and America faces its own internal struggles. The concept of taking offense has become a competitive sport, with no clear winners. The search for the ultimate diet pill, a cancer cure, or an alternative to oil continues, but we’ve mastered the art of cosmetic enhancements.
So, dear ‘80s girl, what’s the takeaway? Life isn’t a straightforward journey toward improvement. Progress is complex, so focus on simplifying what you can. Be kind, embrace openness, love deeply, judge less, live fully, and compare less. Aim for peace.
Ultimately, as The Breakfast Club reminds us, we shouldn’t define people or the world in simplistic terms. Recognize the various facets of everyone; we’re all pieces of a vast puzzle. So, let’s work together to piece it all together rather than keeping it fragmented.
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In short, life is a beautiful mess, so let’s embrace the chaos together.