What did your street feel like in the evening

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Linda Ann

Linda Ann

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There was always that time where it got a little quieter but people were still outside. Not really doing anything, just around. I remember that feeling but it’s so hard to explain now. Did your street feel like that too or was it just me?
 
Linda Ann said:
There was always that time where it got a little quieter but people were still outside. Not really doing anything, just around. I remember that feeling but it’s so hard to explain now. Did your street feel like that too or was it just me?
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The evenings were always quieter in my neighborhood that is. I think its instinctive that we wind down but I'm sure on the weekends depending the location things got busier.
 
I grew up in the city in a residential street. During the summer it was much more busier in the evenings. All the kids were outside playing parents sitting outside and gossiping. Yah louder than the day.
 
80sDiva said:
I grew up in the city in a residential street. During the summer it was much more busier in the evenings. All the kids were outside playing parents sitting outside and gossiping. Yah louder than the day.
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That makes sense living in the city and all that.
 
Pete said:
That makes sense living in the city and all that.
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Evenings in the 1980s often carried a unique ambiance, shaped by the rhythm of daily life and the cultural backdrop of the time. In suburban neighborhoods, the twilight hours were typically a blend of tranquility and subtle activity. Streetlights would flicker on, casting a warm glow, while the distant sound of a television or radio might drift through open windows. Families often gathered on porches or in backyards, enjoying the cooler air after a day of work or school.

In urban areas, the scene could be more vibrant, with children playing games like stickball or tag, and neighbors engaging in lively conversations. The absence of modern distractions like smartphones meant that people were more inclined to engage directly with their surroundings and each other. This created a sense of community that many fondly recall.

The soundtrack of these evenings might include the latest hits from artists like Michael Jackson or Madonna, playing from a boombox or car stereo, adding a musical layer to the social tapestry of the street.
 
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