You're Not The Only One
Denali L.
What years were you in middle school (7th-8th grade)?
My mom was in middle school in 1990 and 1991.
What kinds of music, movies, and fashions were popular at the time?
The kinds of movies that were popular at the time were Home Alone, Edward Scissorhands, and Pretty Women. The popular fashions were jelly shoes, overalls, and crimped hair. The music was Madonna Vogue, The Back Street Boys Step by Step, and Paula Abdule Opposites Attract.
Crimped Hair
One of the styles was crimped hair.
Madonna Vogue
One of the most popular songs was Madonna Vogue.
Home Alone
One of the most popular movies was Home Alone.
What was the best part about being in middle school?
That there was nothing to worry about, there was not a lot of homework, and that she could always go out and play.
What was the worst part?
That one of her friends committed suicide.
How would you describe your middle school self? Example she, funny.
My mom was very friendly and very popular. Everybody knew her.
What advice about growing up would you give kids my age?
To not bully other kids even though they are different. Just give them a chance and get to know them.
How is middle school different from middle school back then.
That in middle school back then there wasn't a lot of homework like there is today. Also the computers in the schools were not as high tech as now. Lastly there are not as much crimes as there is today.
Which subject was your favorite in middle school?
My moms' favorite subject in middle school was history.