On one of his early TV specials, maybe his very first, Barry Manilow conceded in those early 1970’s he was born too late. Preferably he wished it was in the big band era,

I agree, but wouldn’t have argued with the American Bandstand 50’s soda fountain times.

When our family travels to Disney World (and yes we do so willingly and happily because we alway have a terrific time, but the accused Disney wokeness is not the the topic here) we try but depending where we’re staying on the grounds it’s not always possible to hit this place.

Today’s kids have no idea what they missed, unless mom and dad take them to Beaches and Cream at Disney World.

I love nostalgia. Beaches and Creams. Thumbs up.

Seems these places are hanging around.

Would love to see more pop up.

God bless the soda fountains!

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