We know because we have all of these South Tyneside scenes to remind you of life 35 years ago.
After all, where else would you get 17 memories of lollipop sucking for charity, picnic time in West Park, dodgems at the fun fair and funny footwear at the Town Hall? We have it all courtesy of the Shields Gazette archives.
In case you missed it, why not catch up on all of these South Tyneside retro features.
1. Home economics at Mortimer School
Pupils in the Home Economics area at Mortimer School. We hope it brings back happy memories from February 1990. | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
2. Dave at the Grotto
Dave Stewart, from the Eurythmics , was filming at Marsden Grotto in May 1990. | sg
3. Bike stamping in 1990
Schools Liaison Officer Mike Cornwas stamping Sarah Jamieson and Wayne Sinclair's bikes, in a 1990 scene from Harton Comprehensive School. | sg
4. Prize winners at South Shields Angling Club
Meet the winners of the South Shields Angling Club Junior League in 1990. Recognise anyone? | SG Photo: Shields Gazette