Grugger’s Way

Old Retired Stuff - a brand new Category

What…this ol’ thing?

I recently drove past a row of old tractors that I thought appropriately represented the farm’s display of “old and retired.”

I shot a photo, naturally, and then as I was driving home I began to think about all the other “stuff” that has been officially “retired” from current usage.  From tools to appliances to gadgets, we have been known as a disposable society, with things going by the wayside as something newer or better comes along to replace it.  I was able to think of just a few, and so I found some photos from my own travels to depict these items.  (Each of the photos is a “thumbnail,” so if you click on the “thumbnail,” a full-size version of the photo can be viewed.)

The items below are:  wood skiis with leather bindings, a wringer-washing machine, a “two-seater” outhouse, a display of “brace and bit” drills, and a very scary hair perming machine.

I don’t want to go overboard here, so I thought maybe I will invite you to come up with some of your own items of “retired” stuff and then post your memories and ideas into the “Leave a Reply” space.  If you have a particularly interesting memory, you could even write a little story about the item. If you want to include a photo, just email the story to me and attach the photo and I will put it here on the Retired and Restless website as a “guest” Posting. We should have no problem recalling many more items than just those I have listed.   Have fun!  (p.s. e-mail me at dkueffler@gmail.com)