Good Old Days

Stories & photos contributed by readers. Launched in 1964, Good Old Days is the original nostalgia magazine, featuring reader-provided stories and recollections from days gone by. It continues to enjoy a wide audience. Good Old Days is an Annie's publication. Annie's products -- including magazines, books, kits and supplies, online classes and TV programming -- are targeted to home and family interests, including crafts, nostalgia and home décor. It is part of the third-generation Muselman family business based in Berne, Ind., near Fort Wayne. The business began in 1925 with the founding of Economy Printing Concern. EP Graphics, as it is known today, is still owned by the Muselman family.

EDITOR'S NOTE

Good Old Days

FROM the MAILBOX

Wintertime, When Nothing Could Grow • Those cold-weather months were the only leisure time for this family.

Old Love Letters and a Second Chance • It must have been a case of meant-to-be for these two.

Winter Work Slows Down • This busy family all had chores but relied on Dad the most.

Snowmen of Yore • His talent could make any artist jealous.

FLASHBACK FUN!

The Four-Poster Bed • It took an act of nature to take this handmade wedding gift from her, but what was truly taken?

Popular Songs of 1960 • Can you match the popular 1960 song to the artist who performed it?

Winters of My Youth • Remembering the changing of the seasons and the fun inside and out.

FLASHBACK FUN!

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REWIND

The 1955 Cream Puff • This beauty lasted 20 years, and he still referred to her as his favorite.

Furs for the Family • Their Dad did what it took to take care of his family all winter.

Winters on the Farm

Candy Hearts Did the Trick • His chances were better than he thought.

Keeping Warm on Cold Days • After a day of playing outside, these hearty dishes warmed them from their fingers to their toes.

Winter Wonderland • Everyone on this short street enjoyed the long months of cold and snow.

In This Issue

Dating Was Complicated • Teenage boys had a lot to contemplate before making that call.

No Germs Allowed • “Doctor Mom” took care of her family all winter.

ONE SODA, TWO STRAWS • She wondered how this math would work out.

FLASHBACK FUN!

Skating on Thin Ice • Nothing was going to keep these brothers on dry ground.

BITS & PIECES

Dimension X • This show brought science fiction to a new level.

Picture THIS

An Unexpected Holiday • It was not a typical Monday for this family of snow sculptors.

FLASHBACK FUN!

Thrilling Spin From the Counter to the Ice • For a while, she lived the life others dreamed of.

Winter Fun, Despite Rationing • This group found laughter in the snow.

Poor Boxes and Feed Sacks • Who knew purple paisley could bring on a giggle fit?

A Legacy of Stories • From the silver screen to the small screen, family would always come first.

Flying Upside Down and Backward • It was going to take more than an icy spot to keep this jumper out of the air.

A Heart Full of Memories • Valentines came in many shapes and sizes, even as her best friend.

Growing Up on the Farm • Everyone had chores—and some unique ways to earn spending money of their own.

Courting Erin • Would he ever figure out what took him so long?

Sledding the Way It Was Meant to Be • His frozen boots were worth it for this winter adventure.

First Love and a Life Lesson • Sharing an armrest at the movies was worth standing up for himself later.

FLASHBACK FUN!

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