Boys
Speaking of Babes (Hunks, Whatever)
There's a middle school dance coming up, and I know exactly who I want to dance with! (PS - he's such a babe!)
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Preteen Ramblings
Not a Peep Out of Any of Us
Hi! Thanks for checking out this entry of That Was Rad! We're continuing our road trip from Iowa to Florida in December of 1989. I'm riding in a rickety old motor home with my three siblings and my parents, with not much to do except write
Preteen Ramblings
The Last Time I'll Be in the 80'S!
It's December 1989 and my childhood self writes about being ten-years-old and feeling nervous and excited about leaving my first full-decade behind.
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Looking Forward to Looking Back in 2026
Guess who my celebrity crush is in this nostalgic entry from January 1, 1993! Plus, thanks to everyone who helped get That Was Rad off the ground in 2025. This year is going to be totally rad!
Boys
What is it About Me that Boys Don't Like?
Today we cover homecoming games, boys, and "everyone" getting to wear a football player's jersey...except me!
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Stuff I Saved - BFF Only Super Secret Post!
Club Members' Eyes Only!
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Well, I Got It!
I got it, but maybe not what you think!
Growing Up
Mom Says I May Soon Get My...
Being a kid means waiting for all kinds of things.
Preteen Ramblings
When I Got Run Over by Six Horses
0:00 /3:18 1× March 28, 1991 Dear friend, Well, I have so much to tell you, and so little time tonight. I will get "write" down to business. I've been thinking, I really have it pretty good. Today, I babysat for a little sweet,
Boys
Now I Am Not Ever Going to Get a Date
0:00 /6:03 1× September 10, 1991 Dear Journal, Lately things have been kind of hectic at WMS. This is me during 6th hour language, 7th hour guidance and 8th hour social studies. AHHH! Okay okay I'm not the best drawer in the world, so what? This
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I Only Got Four Hours of Sleep
0:00 /6:05 1× "Well, here I am at the Northstar Wonderwomen reunion. I can't believe I actually forgot my camera. Oh well, at least I have my journal! Gosh, I LOVE their house! They have three decks! Wow! Well we didn't do much
Preteen Ramblings
More Like a Mini-Mansion!
💡Note from Sarah: This entry shows just how a kid's perspective can be a lot different than an adult's! I'm surprised to discover my reaction to my grandparent's new digs, plus I chuckle at my dreams for a 13th birthday party. It&