2018-08-06 17:23
Different Strokes would not have been the same without you #CharlotteRae. You were loved by everyone on our show and you were loved by everyone on the facts of life will miss you "My heart i… Read More
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A Collection of Memories
2018-07-03 01:02
Alan Longmuir (second from left, in both pics)Alan Longmuir, the bass guitarist, keyboardist, vocalist and a founding member of the 1970s Scottish pop band "The Bay City Rollers", passed awa… Read More
2018-05-16 15:52
After some clever deductions, a wonderful reader from Greece has uploaded the "Jolly Roger" episode of Secret Railroad for us on YouTube!!! Here's how they did it:ss sk has left a new comme… Read More
2018-04-26 23:43
Bob Dorough (December 12, 1923 – April 23, 2018), the jazz musician (composer/singer) who masterminded the unforgettable tunes featured on Schoolhouse Rock—the educational animat… Read More
2017-11-23 00:36
When I was a little boy and my big brother would come to visit, the first call of business would be a punishing pillow fight. During the battle, he would regale me with hysterical stories of… Read More
2017-08-20 03:51
"May the shadow of the moon fall on a world at peace." ABC News report from February 26, 1979 about the world of August 21, 2017 pic.twitter.com/oRK0mwAoLm— Matt Novak (@paleofuture) A… Read More
2017-06-10 21:08
September 19, 1928- June 9, 2017Whether he was The Caped Crusader or the Mayor of Quahog, everything Adam West did was iconic. He graced so many of our childhoods as a super hero and thanks… Read More
2017-05-14 06:26
Mum in black and white on the right, circa late 1940s Me in colour on the left (2 pics), circa late 1970sAs Jackie mentioned in her lovely tribute to her beautiful mother (see previous post)… Read More
2017-05-12 15:32
It's Mother's Day Weekend all over, and though it is being recognized officially on Sunday, you know that we wanted to get started celebrating early here at "I Miss My Childhood". As we stat… Read More
2017-05-01 19:40
Well dear visitors and lovers of "I Miss My Childhood", it is May 1st. I cannot believe the year is already nearly half over, it is speeding by so fast.Maypole DancingBy Kevin Gordon, CC BY… Read More
2017-04-28 16:07
Most of us have an affection for Winnie the Pooh and gang, if not at least an appreciation for them as they were a heavy presence in most of our childhoods. I, myself always liked these cart… Read More
2017-04-25 18:30
We talk about our Moms a lot here on the blogs, but that's because to Chelly and to me, our Mothers were such role models and strong, hard to forget women, just like we aspire to be.Now, to… Read More
2017-04-23 23:50
October 18, 1960 - April 22, 2017Erin Moran, the actress famous for playing "Joanie Cunningham" on Happy Days, sadly passed away yesterday April 22, 2017 at the age of 56, in Indiana.One of… Read More
2017-04-17 17:27
I meant to post a little something for Easter Sunday, and I jarred my back while riding my motorcycle over the weekend, so I was mostly resting with heat and meds.My childhood years were spe… Read More
2017-04-08 21:27
Crystal Gayle's "We Must Believe in Magic" was part of our eclectic 70s record collection. I recall sitting by our stereo/8-track/record player, listening along with our big ass headphones (… Read More
2017-04-04 16:31
Throughout all of my school years, I was a bit of a loner, felt like an outsider. I occasionally tried to fit in, I would try to do or say something funny, but it came out awkward since I wa… Read More
2017-03-31 17:32
Life is uncertain, so let's continue finding something to celebrate every day. Now, I am not the most consistent person when it comes to my trends, or my writing. I am trying hard to make th… Read More
2017-03-23 21:11
Memphis weather is fickle if not bitchy at times. One day, spring has sprung with all of its warmth, color and glory, and the next day Mother Nature is on her period and brings us a cold sna… Read More
2017-01-26 05:39
December 29, 1936 - January 25, 2017#marytylermoore my heart goes out to you and your family. Know that I love you and believe in your strength.— Ed Asner (@TheOnlyEdAsner) January 25… Read More
2016-12-15 21:46
Bill Lawrence with performer, 1974. Photo: B. King (Toronto Star)Received a lovely comment from a sibling of a former Tiny Talent Time performer asking if anyone had recorded old episodes of… Read More
2016-12-04 17:54
Steve Thomas (Dark Hall Mansion) Read More
2016-11-28 18:17
Ron Glass, Jack Soo, Hal Linden (Barney Miller)Ron Glass (1945-2016) had a long and vibrant career in television and film but I'll always fondly remember him for his portrayal of the suave D… Read More
2016-11-26 00:06
This one really hurts.Florence Henderson 1934-2016The world's beloved TV-Mom, Florence Henderson (a.k.a Carol Brady) sadly passed away yesterday, November 24, 2016 (Thanksgiving Day in Ameri… Read More
2016-11-16 20:42
Peter Brady and Arthur OwensTwo Petes in a Pod, The Brady Bunch (1974)That moment when a transfer student with glasses is actually your doppelganger. Hilarity, the ol' switcheroo and groovy… Read More
2016-10-21 06:10
2016-07-20 18:03
Some of the happiest and most vivid memories from my childhood are of being seated comfortably amid my loving family watching the assorted works of Mr. Garry Marshall 1934-2016.viaHappy Days… Read More
2016-07-18 19:35
John and Julian Lennon on the set of Happy Daysvia John Fugelsang Read More
2016-04-22 19:13
June 7, 1958 - April 21, 2016 I am #transformed— Prince (@prince) April 15, 2016 Read More
2016-03-25 21:14
In the spirit of childhood nostalgia, I’ve been asked to participate in a blogging project for Invaluable.com: the world’s leading online marketplace for fine art, antiques and c… Read More
2016-03-21 20:05
The intro for Hanna Barbera's "Wait Till Your Father Gets Home". It's been decades since I've seen this cartoon! Read More
2015-12-10 03:51
"A Charlie Brown Christmas" first aired on this day 50 years ago.. 🎄 pic.twitter.com/CSjPvTDhDc— PEANUTS (@Snoopy) December 9, 2015 Read More
2015-09-03 22:13
"Time's funny. When you're a kid, it passes slowly, and next thing you're fifty and your childhood fits into a rusty little box."—Bretodeau, The Box Man (Amelie) "Everything I w… Read More
2015-09-03 20:55
2015-07-26 03:41
Till it wilted, I wore it; I'll always adore itMy sweet little Alice blue gown.—Harry Tierney (Irene, the musical)May 5, 1926 – June 1, 2014For five seasons, Ann B. Davis' onscre… Read More
2015-06-24 23:49
It's been nine years since this blog began. Many thanks to everyone who's read, commented or shared memories and nostalgia. You are appreciated Read More
2015-06-23 18:34
RIP Dick Van Patten Read More
2015-06-21 20:54
2015-06-19 23:16
from Mum's green crazy daisy spring blossoms Corelle collection"My mother's a genius. She just kept feeding me art on whatever we had; paper plates, silver platter, didn't matter."—Jil… Read More
2015-05-29 22:55
source: Dennis Hallinan—Jupiter Images/AP via Time "Thirty-five years ago today, Namco’s Puck Man burst into Japanese arcades… and didn’t make much of an impact. In… Read More
2015-05-19 22:33
image by: skaliwag66 via blogTOI lost my darling Mum last month on April 13, 2015 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease and a brain tumor. My heart's broken but she left me a lifetime… Read More
2015-05-19 20:02
Today Google marked the 45th anniversary of the publishing of Barbapapa, the beloved blob-like character created by French architect and writer Annette Tison and her American partner Talus T… Read More
2015-04-28 02:27
Courtesy of the artists of Dark Hall Mansion: we find Charlie Brown (like Linus in his pumpkin patch a month before) alone on a December's night, a withered tree in hand, contemplating the d… Read More
2015-03-02 00:00
"Long before being nerdy was cool, there was Leonard Nimoy. Leonard was a lifelong lover of the arts and humanities; a supporter of the sciences; and generous with his talent and his time. A… Read More
2015-02-13 00:19
In honor of Charles M. Schulz, 11/26/1922-2/12/2000. pic.twitter.com/TCkbMNhD4l— SchulzMuseum (@SchulzMuseum) February 12, 2015 Read More
2015-01-12 05:48
Many kind thanks to Peter for the heads up on this one: you can now view most episodes of Fables of the Green Forest on YouTube. Read more about this beloved animated classic by Thornton W… Read More
2015-01-01 05:27
Happy New Year! #2015 pic.twitter.com/KByoa8sWJO— Sesame Street (@sesamestreet) January 1, 2015 Read More
2014-12-25 06:35
from Mickey's Christmas CarolMay your Christmas be as merry (and hopping) as a Fezziwig party: “Why, it’s old Fezziwig! Bless his heart; it’s Fezziwig alive again!&rdq&hell…Read More
2014-12-07 19:00
SourceGood news for fans of WKRP in Cincinnati: a 13-DVD complete series set (four seasons in total) will soon be available for purchase from Shout! Factory. Created by Hugh Wilson, WKRP in… Read More
2014-11-27 05:19
Happy Thanksgiving to my lovely American friends. Have a wonderful day with loved ones! Just had to share the pics below: a tribute to Schulz's animated classic A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving… Read More
2014-10-23 05:21
The artists of Dark Hall Mansion get Charles M. Schulz.Their latest offering is a tribute to Schulz's It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown. The posters below convey a sense of wonder, hope a… Read More
2014-08-15 04:54
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2014-08-12 22:40
Sources: IMDB, THRNothing but love for this great man. xWe lost Robin...1st witnessed his genius as he created Mork B4 our eyes in 2 hrs on set. A Force. A Sweet Soul. A Brilliant Artist. RI… Read More
2014-07-31 21:56
Yes, it's me, Jax (a.k.a. "Aunt Jackie").I'm a terrible blogger these days, I haven't posted regularly and I intend to get back to doing so, I do love writing. However, I was reading through… Read More
2014-07-22 04:22
One of my earliest TV watching memories is of James Garner in the Rockford Files. Everyone in my family watched the show with reverence—the theme song regularly blared away (and glorio… Read More
2014-06-25 04:27
"Anybody who has survived his childhood has enough information about life to last him the rest of his days."—Flannery O'ConnorIt's been eight years of blogging memories and indulging i… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
If you happen to find yourself in our Valentine's Day archives, you'll note that my childhood produced an overabundance of Peanuts related memories and an adoration of vintage valentines (wi… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
"I'm always pleased by success, and I'm always surprised by it. Why has 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' been on the air for 42 years? The longest-running, highest-rated film in the hi… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Children of the 60s and 70s (and the multitudes that tuned in decades later) lost two beloved sitcom icons this week. Russell Johnson aka The Professor on Gilligan's Island and Dave Madden a… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
"Always on Christmas night there was music. An uncle played the fiddle, a cousin sang "Cherry Ripe," and another uncle sang "Drake's Drum." It was very warm in the little house. Auntie Han… Read More
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