What exactly is the "new, old fashioned way"?
An "old fashioned" Christmas is sort of held as a gold standard isn't it? Think of Bing Crosby singing White Christmas. When Brenda Lee sang "Rockin Around The Christmas Tree" rock'n roll was in it's infancy. It was the latest fad...and a lot of people thought it was just a passing craze. Tame as the song sounds today, I think Brenda was waving the banner for teenagers celebrating in their own "new" way. "New old fashioned" is just a catchy play on words. Isn't it ironic that Brenda Lee's song has become a part of our Christmas tradition? I wonder if she could have imagined it at the time.
What do you still do the "old fashioned" way?
How old fashioned are we talking? I’ve never driven a horse and buggy, but I did grow up with a rotary phone.I still respect my elders the old fashioned way. I still believe in giving my employer an honest days work for my pay. Those principles never go out of style.Unlike Patricia, I don’t iron - it frustrates me and makes me mean. lol. But I do cook from scratch. I can still can veggies and make pickles and bake bread and grow herbs. Those skills may not fit in today’s busy world, but they are survival skills none the less.Laundry used to be done on a rock at the river, then a washboard at the sink. Indoor plumbing was the best invention EVER. I may do laundry in the machine, but I do hang it to dry and only fluff in the dryer - ironing be damned. :)My Father’s philosophy was always: Why pay someone if you can do it yourself? I draw the line at roofing.Sewing is another lost art that comes to mind. I’m no seamstress, but I can crank out a decent set of curtains, or fix a rip, or sew on a button or even install a zipper. Although I can crochet a simple blanket, I regret never learning any complex knitting, crocheting or tatting. In my defense, I’m a lefty and few people know how to teach a lefty. Plus I’m a bit of a klutz, so there’s that.And I can (almost legibly) write in cursive. And add figures without a calculator (within reason). And make change. Have you ever handed a much younger cashier a seemingly odd amount and watched the quizzical look on their face? I usually say, “just punch it in and see”. The admiration is very gratifying when they can hand you back a round number in change - they think it’s magic. No, it’s old school, from back in the day, and it works.Thanks for the fun question!
Raising Kids the "old fashioned way"?
I feel the same way and I'm trying to raise my kids "the old fashioned way" too In our house, we schedule everything. I love schedules because they keep me sane plus they give structure to the kids' lives. They have limited screen time and limited social time on school days. They are encouraged to play together instead of playing alone but the kids each have their own places to get away (especially good for my older kids, who sometimes get sick of their baby siblings). We do a lot of activities as a family, too. Like for example I cook our meals and my older daughters (who are 11 and 8) usually help me and my 3-yr-old will sometimes pitch in as well. The older kids all have chores and responsibilities to do and they know their contributions to the home are valued. We put a big emphasis on schoolwork and responsibility and reading is a big focus in our family; my husband loves storytime with the kids every night before bedtime. For us, being part of the larger community is really important so every couple of weeks we will get together with either our extended family or a group of friends/neighbors with kids so that we can socialize outside the immediate family while still in the confines of a supportive environment.
How can you get a girl to like you the old fashioned way?
I assume you mean “old fashioned,” as in you want to act like a gentleman and court her the old-fashioned way.That sounds lovely and you can do it, but keep in mind that it’s an unusual approach these days, sad to say.If so, you need to make your intentions clear from the start. When you’re out there looking online or in person, it’s OK to let women know that you have what is considered an old-fashioned approach.Some women will be charmed by an old-fashioned courtship, while others will be put off by it, preferring a more modern approach. But you should stand a good chance if you do the following, always keeping in mind that you should be polite in every situation, never pushy or overbearing.When you ask her out, have a date planned. Make it to a nice place, as nice as you can afford, and a plan for some other place to wrap up the evening if it goes well (like a bar or a coffee shop).Make it easy for her to get there, either a place that’s close to where she lives, or if she knows and trusts you enough, you pick her up in your car. (Don’t push this if she’s not ready, a smart woman doesn’t get in a car with a man she doesn’t know well).Bring flowers. It can be a nice bouquet or a single rose, but it always adds a nice touch.Be a gentleman during the date. Don’t push for sex.Make sure she gets home safely.Call her the next day to let her know how much you enjoyed it and that you’d like to see her again. Ask her if there’s anything she’d like to do.Make sure you plan dates with her in mind, women really appreciate thoughtfulness (men do too, of course).Once you start dating regularly, always take her out to memorable places that you know she liked, and buy flowers or small gifts for special occasions.Always treat her with respect and act as though you expect the same respect from her, i.e. don’t let her push you around.One of the hallmarks of an old-fashioned courtship is a “suitor” who is clearly interested, doesn’t mind showing he’s interested, but is never pushy and always self-confident. Watch some romantic comedies for a model of this ideal type. Some of my favorite rom-coms are Deliver Us from Eva, Must Love Dogs, The Philadelphia Story.Best of luck to you!!
I need to hack a myspace the old fashioned way!?
i want to leave him a funny picture on the about me section and write something for him.. and he wont give me his log in info. =] its completely innocent i swear. so do i have to have his e-mail? and how exactly do you actually hack a myspace once you get the e-mail adress? any help is much appreciated =] and please dont be nasty with the answers =(
Chicken pot pie the old fashioned way?
Chicken Pot Pie Recipe This is adapted from my grandmother's recipe. The tradition lives on. My comfort food. 1 (3 1/2 lb) whole chickens 5 cups water 2 celery ribs, tops with leaves 1 1/4 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3-4 slices bacon 3 green onions, sliced 2 large celery ribs, chopped 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 3 hardboiled egg, sliced 3 carrots, cooked and diced 1 (8 1/2 ounce) can sweet peas, drained 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon thyme 1/2 package refrigerated pie crusts 8 servings 3 hours 25 minutes 2 hrs 40 mins prep Bring first 5 ingredients to a boil in a large Dutch oven; reduce heat, and simmer 1 1/2 hours or until chicken is done. Remove chicken, reserving 3 1/2 cup broth in Dutch oven; discard celery tops. Let chicken cool; skin, bone, and cut into bite size pieces. Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp; remove bacon, and drain on paper towels, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon, and set aside. Saute green onions and chopped celery in hot drippings in skillet over medium heat 5 minutes or until tender. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup flour until blended. Gradually add reserved broth; cook whisking constantly 3 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Stir in chicken, bacon, eggs, and next 5 ingredients. Spoon mixture into a 3-quart baking dish; top with pie crust. Bake at 450 degrees 25 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Can you make shirts and pants the old fashioned way?
"Can you make shirts and pants the old fashioned way?"Yes, I can. You can too. Can you be more specific?
What things could benefit from being done the "old-fashioned way'?
The thing that springs to mind for me is communication (I am aware of the irony of typing this on my lovely computer, by the way). I am not saying we ought to eliminate technology - not at all. I am, however, saying that we need to spend time thinking. We need opportunities to mull things over, think things through. When we write to people, a hand written letter or a hand painted card are so deeply touching. We let people know how important they are. We spend time on creating something, choosing our words and putting our thoughts on paper. Imagine getting a letter from a child in their little block print and a tracing of their hand or a picture they drew. And imagine a letter from a lover written with a calligraphy pen and India ink. Imagine a list of things your best friend loves about you - that list embroidered or painted or put into a journal.There is nothing wrong with technology - I too love it. But I also think we could benefit from slowing down a bit and sharing our deepest thoughts on a card or in a letter. One day, someone could unfold a dog-eared, sun stained note from you that had been tucked away in a wallet. Imagine the love that emanates from that piece of paper.Get some postcards - you can even get blank ones at stationery or craft stores. Write a favorite quote or a poem or even something simple and send it to someone you love. See if that love and kindness isn’t appreciated and returned ten fold.Peace,Pamila(By the way, I paint postcards and would happily send you one - the global you. Send me an address and I’ll send you a joy-filled greeting.)
What "convenience items" take more time than the old-fashioned way?
I think it boils down to expectation. I am not a Luddite but you might think so. I grind my own coffee beans and use a french press to brew my coffee. I have used one for nearly 40 years. You will never convince me to use a Keurig even though it’s not bad. I use fountain pens even though I have excellent ballpoints with the best possible refills. Those refills write rather nicely but they cannot duplicate the lettering I get with a cursive italic nib. I still use a leather-bound Bible even though I have a massive digital computer program to study the Bible with. I need to read the text at least a half dozen times before I do anything on the computer and the old paper book does that just fine. My wife insists on using a mechanical chopper to dice up onions and I prefer a sharp knife and a cutting board.I’m not totally retro. I make Ramen noodle packs and energy drink mixes as two of my wastrel expenditures without blushing. But the self-checkout machine at Walmart doesn’t laugh at my jokes.
What is something that is better the old fashioned way?
I think laundry should be dried outdoors if possible - it benefits from blowing in the wind even if it doesn’t dry completely.My own system of drying laundry is to remove it from the machine as soon as the cycle finishes (it gets more creased if you leave it) and, if I’m unable to peg it out immediately due to the weather, I fold it carefully into a laundry basket.When I peg the washing out, I carefully peg each item, stretching the fabric slightly to remove creases. Because I live in Greece, the laundry usually dries within a couple of hours in the sun. When I lived in the UK, I often pegged laundry out knowing it wouldn’t dry properly, but I just wanted to get the fresh air blowing through it.When I brought the laundry back in, I would carefully fold it again and then transfer it to a Victorian style drying rack hanging from the ceiling where it could air (especially if still damp).As each item dried, I would transfer it to a radiator for an hour or so to ensure that it was completely dry.When all the laundry is properly dried, I fold each item carefully (pulling out creases as I do so), ready to be put away. I never iron my clothing (I haven’t even owned an iron for years) but my kids were convinced that all their clothes were ironed because I paid careful attention to the folding.Here in Greece, I have no garden but I have a rope washing line (about 12ft long) on my upstairs balcony. Because the balcony has a roof, I’ve installed my drying rack under the roof, attaching it to the rafters and I use this for larger items like bedding and towels, using the line for clothing.