Why was the 1996 family photo so awkward? Because instead of saying “Cheese,” the photographer told everyone to put their hands on their hips and… Read More »1996 Vintage: The Macarena Carol

 Why did the 14.4kbps modem fail to download a picture of Santa? Because by the time the boots were rendered, it was already Boxing Day.… Read More »1995 Classic: The Modem vs. Santa

 Why was the “Waterworld” action figure on clearance? Because even at Christmas, nobody wanted a toy that reminded them of a $175 million sinking ship.… Read More »1995 Vintage: Waterworld

 Why was this the most practical gift? Because in 1995, true freedom was having a magnetic card with “60 Minutes” of talk time so you… Read More »1995 Vintage: Prepaid Phone Cards

 Why was Buzz Lightyear the most stressed toy in 1995? Because he realized he was made of pixels while everyone else under the tree was… Read More »1995 Legacy: Toy Story (The First CGI Xmas)

 Why did Disney fans have a “Colours of the Wind” Christmas? Because the soundtrack was the only thing capable of drowning out the sound of… Read More »1995 Archive: Pocahontas

 Why was Uncle Jim so happy? Because he found a 1996 calendar featuring the cast of Baywatch, which was the only way to see a beach… Read More »1995 Archive: Baywatch Calendars

 Why did dad spend all Christmas morning in the den? He wasn’t hiding from the kids; he was just waiting for the “Installation Wizard” to… Read More »1995 Classic: Windows 95 Wrapping Paper

 Why did every dad want a kilt for Christmas? Because after seeing Mel Gibson, he thought running through the snow with bare knees was the… Read More »1995 Vintage: Braveheart Under the Tree

 What was the big playground debate? Whether a Meeko plushie was better than a Simba figurine. Disney ruled the 1995 imagination (and parents’ bank accounts).… Read More »1995 Legacy: Pocahontas vs. The Lion King