You're Not The Only One
Aileen M. Period 6
What years were you in middle school (7th-8th grade)?
Middle school was grades 6-8 from 1996-1999.
What kinds of music, movies, and fashions were popular ath the time?
Grunge music was popular, everyone tried to dress like Kurt Cobain. The two most popular bands at the time were Nirvana and Pearl Jam. People dyed their hair blond, wore old baggy jeans and had chained wallets. Movies that were popular at the time included Pulp Fiction, Fight Club, Jurassic Park, Dumb and dumber, and Titanic.
Popular things at the time
Movie
Titanic w/ Leo and Kate
Music
Nirvana!
Fashion
Grunge- plaid shirts, ripped jeans... check!
Just Chillin'
What were your favorite activities in middle school? What were your hobbies and interests?
Tom liked Industrial Arts. Through 7th and 8th grade they had a lab for car science which he enjoyed. Some of his favorite activities were playing baseball and riding his bike. He also listened to a lot of music when he was in middle school.
What job/interests/activities do you have know? Is there a connection between what you like back then and what you enjoy today?
Thomas currently works in a neurology office. He is using a lot of science every single day, mostly anatomy. One of his interests is playing guitar and still listens to as much music as possible. His other hobbies now include fishing and Kung Fu.
What was the best part about being in middle school?
"I had some good friends in middle school and I remember laughing and joking around with them. We had some good times. I also had a teacher, Mrs. Craig, who really helped me with math, which was a subject I really struggled in." -Tom
What was the worst part?
"The worst part was the bus. So many fights and problems with other kids started on the bus. Gym class was bad too because you had to change your clothes, which would be weird and awkward." -Tom
How would you describe your middle school self?
"I found it very hard to talk to people I didn't know. To be honest, I was afraid to look dumb or uncool. Looking back now I wish I could have done more while I was younger. Being so shy was not fun." -Tom
What advice about growing up would you give to kids my age?
"It is never as bad as it seems! You will face many embarrassing situations, but it is never the end of the world." -Tom
Do you still keep in touch with friends from middle school?
"No." -Tom
Did you join any sports in the middle school?
"I joined the baseball team." - Tom