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My inner dinosaur pines for old manners and music
Otis Gardner reflects on generational shifts in music and manners from the 1950s to today. He recalls how parents reacted to early rock and roll, the change in gender roles, and his own struggle to balance respect for old norms with contemporary behavior. He notes daily observations at Cracker Barrel and adults’ conduct, ending with contact info for his weekly column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mom
Elvis
Bill Haley
the Comets
Virginia
New York
Dad
Cracker Barrel