by Kimberly A. Cook (Twitter@ WarriorTales)
It’s official; I’m retro. Was shopping at Target the other day and happened upon this display of “retro” games. Hah! I dearly remember Candyland. And Twister, And Rock Em’ Sock Em’ Robots. But besides the fact I prefer the word vintage, I’ll go with retro. Sounds kind of cool.
I also noticed retro games are not necessarily cheap either. So maybe being retro is cool and expensive. According to the three pit crews it takes to keep me together, that is correct.
So in honor of the last days of August, I’m going to take my retro butt over to the couch for a nap and leave you all with games to ponder. What was your favorite game growing up? Do you still own it? Do you think they will make it retro too?
My friend Michelle loved Mystery Date and that summed up her social life until she met her husband. Me, I was more into the Clue game, still do love mysteries! Which also sums up my dating life.
Enjoy these August days of summer. I’ve noticed the summer morning light changing from yellow to a golden hue in the morning. I’m also watering the garden in the dark these days, which is a clue to the change of seasons.
Might just be time to stock up on some retro board games. Personally, I’m going to go dig out my vintage Yahtzee game. I’m in the mood to roll me some dice!
Good memories 🙂 I love the idea of stocking up on retro board games for the winter 🙂
Get them at Target! They also have snacks I might add. For winter storms of course. Just in case. 🙂
Ooh, good idea 🙂 I need you to be the consultant of my free time 😉
Free time? It’s play time! 🙂 Thanks for the comment!
Mouse Trap! Sadly, I don’t have the original game anymore, but I did snag a miniature keychain version. 🙂
Totally forgot Michelle and Mystery Date! I never was a board game fan…I have a sister who was a total Cheat! LOL!!!
Are you retro enough to remember the Cootie game??
Was that with fake bugs? But I do remember the veterans group of The Cooties, I think!
For a terrific retro experience, go see The Man From Uncle – very, very good movie, great script writing, retro set, fantastic movie, dark humor – highly recommend!