Ever met someone who still licks their finger to turn a page, balances a checkbook religiously, or rewinds VHS tapes like it’s 1993? You might be dealing with a certified Time Traveler, no flux capacitor needed. In a world of smart everything, some folks are still using paper maps, writing grocery lists on actual paper, and answering unknown numbers like it’s a social event. We love them for it.
So, let’s take a nostalgic (and slightly ridiculous) stroll down memory lane and you get to chime in: charming quirks or crimes against modern convenience? Some habits never fade, even as the world speeds ahead with technology. We asked readers about the most “old-school” thing they still do today. Read on for what they had to say.
I refuse to give up my landline phone. Everyone tells me to switch to a smartphone, but why? The landline never runs out of battery!” Ellen Jackson, Northside
I insist on balancing my checkbook. Online banking is fine, but I want to physically see the numbers. If it’s not written down, it doesn’t feel real!” Charlie Snyder, Mandarin
“I still send handwritten thank-you notes. It’s more personal than texting, and I love getting mail that isn’t a bill!” Patricia Gray, Neptune Beach
