So about a year ago my friend told me that I do not belong in this era (2010's). Things that are considered "old school" intrigue me. About four years ago I was watching some B&W movie that had a man in a suit and hat smoking a pipe reading a newspaper. A week later my old college roommate and I went out to purchase a pipe and some tobacco. Eventually along the years cigars were also thrown into the mix. Several lighters that have a lifetime guarantee have been purchased, for their functionality and longevity ("So you're telling me this is the only lighter I will need all through out my life?" "Yes!" "Sold!!!"). While watching the first scene in "Inglourious Basterds" the idea of buying a fountain pen was sparked. So six pipes, five hats, three lighters, five fountain pens, an iron skillet, and of course a safety razor later I find my self more of an old soul, even though I'm in my mid 20's. The idea of disposable frightens me. Plastic has its benefits but whats wrong with leather, steel, and good old wood? I understand that everyone is in to making things cheap, fast, and in mass quantities (thanks a lot China!!!), but I prefer to pay a little more and have things last longer.
Ok enough of my rant. So as an old soul, somebody recommend that I start watching the show "Mad Men" (AMC). Sure enough there is pipe smoking, the use of straight/safety razors, hats, and everyone's favorite past time....booze. The show is based in the 60's so it has all the social dilemmas that were at had during those times. Don't get me wrong....I don't condone any of the ideas/philosophies/stereotypes that the show presents. Beyond that it is a show for those who enjoy things of the past. The scenery is amazing, the plot thickens with every single episode. It shows many transitions that occurred in the US (Desegregation and Women's Liberation) If I could go into my graduate classes and light up my pipe I would sure enjoy being there a hell of a lot more. I'm not condoning second hand smoking...just the freedom that these characters have to do such things. Perhaps for older folk it can serve as a memory of these times. So I suggest to watch the show or to buy something long lasting....IKEA doesn't count.
Ok enough of my rant. So as an old soul, somebody recommend that I start watching the show "Mad Men" (AMC). Sure enough there is pipe smoking, the use of straight/safety razors, hats, and everyone's favorite past time....booze. The show is based in the 60's so it has all the social dilemmas that were at had during those times. Don't get me wrong....I don't condone any of the ideas/philosophies/stereotypes that the show presents. Beyond that it is a show for those who enjoy things of the past. The scenery is amazing, the plot thickens with every single episode. It shows many transitions that occurred in the US (Desegregation and Women's Liberation) If I could go into my graduate classes and light up my pipe I would sure enjoy being there a hell of a lot more. I'm not condoning second hand smoking...just the freedom that these characters have to do such things. Perhaps for older folk it can serve as a memory of these times. So I suggest to watch the show or to buy something long lasting....IKEA doesn't count.
