Memories through time: old objects that have disappeared into the long river of history
I am fortunate to be able to lead you through time and look back on those old objects that have disappeared in the long river of history.
In the past, the supply and marketing cooperatives were the "material supply stations" of the people, and in those years, in order to get the required items, every household fought with wits and courage. Let's take a look back at those nostalgic objects!
1. Plastic Sandals:
These cheap and durable sandals have now become a luxury, and were once a must-have for every family, repaired with hot iron tongs, and can fight for another 5 or 6 years.
2. Malt Milk Essence:
This is the memory of a generation, a can of malt milk essence is worth a month's food expenses for a family, and receiving a can is also a big deal, but now it is rare in China.
3. Enamel Basin:
One of the must-haves for marriage, it is not a problem to use it for one or two decades, although it will leave traces of bumps, but it is the mark of life.
4. Old Soap:
It's rare now, but it used to be a luxury, and you have to beat it a few times, rub your hands a few times, wet it with water, and shake it twice.
5. Sushi:
It looks like a comb, and is used to remove dandruff and dirt when combing hair, and is a must-have for scalp health care for a generation.
6. Military Kettle:
Practical ornaments, although they will be deformed and have pits, people are still reluctant to throw them away, and they are still carefully cared for and used.
7. Book of Villains:
In the days before television was commonplace, children's main pastime, but not all families could afford it.
8. Oil Lamps:
In the era when there was no electricity, brightening up the life of a family, although it was easy to rust, was also a kind of warmth.
9. Flashlight:
Durable and practical, it is still used in recent years, and it is a representative of nostalgia.
10. Sewing Machine:
Tools and decorations are women's productivity tools that make the family warmer.
11. Aluminum Lunch Box:
Light weight and fast heat conductivity are the memories of a generation, bringing not only food, but also good memories.
12. Floral Cloth:
Bright colors bring joy to the family and are decorations for every household.
13. Bicycles:
The uniform style is a means of transportation for a generation, and although it is a bit bulky, it brings convenience to people.
14. Iron Frame Mirror:
It is not only a mirror, but also an ornament, which can be placed as a decorative painting after using the mirror, which is a beautiful scenery of the family.
15. Wooden Abacus:
In the era when calculators were not popular, they were people's calculation tools and a symbol of the labor of a generation.
16. Rope Hook:
The tool used to hang food to prevent rats from stealing food is a generational protection of family life.
These old objects may no longer be in our lives, but the memories they leave behind are deeply imprinted in everyone's hearts. Let us look back on the past years with gratitude and cherish everything in front of us.
Netizen's point of view:
1. Nostalgia: Many netizens have expressed their nostalgia for these old objects, recalling the scenes of using these items at home when they were children, and lamenting that time has passed and time flies.
2. Life changes: Some netizens pointed out that with the changes of the times, these old objects have gradually disappeared from our lives and have been replaced by modern products, and the lifestyle has also undergone great changes.
3. Cultural inheritance: Some netizens believe that these old objects represent a specific historical period and culture, and are our cultural heritage, which should be protected and passed on so that future generations can understand and feel it.
4. The era of material scarcity: Some netizens recalled that era of material scarcity, saying that they had gone to great lengths to get these items, and each item represented a precious memory.
5. Improvement in life: However, some netizens pointed out that although these items represent a difficult period, life has improved a lot now, with more choices and conveniences, and they are grateful for the progress of the times.
In general, these old objects are not only a part of our lives, but also a link between the past and the present, they remind us of the past and the happy life of the present. May we cherish all this, never forget our original intention, and continue to move forward.