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.
13. Sparklers in full glow
It’s fireworks night in 1990 but can you recognise the people pictured with sparklers? | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
14. A karate club lineup
Back to December 1990 and the South Shields Kodokwa Karate Club was in the spotlight. Is there someone you know in this photo | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
15. Best foot forward at the Town Hall
South Shields Town Hall planning department held a fund raising day "funny footwear"day in May 1990 for charity. Did you take part? | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
16. Going continental at Mortimer
Cafe au lait for Nicola Christie as she enjoys a continental breakfast in the Mortimer Comprehensive School restaurant, with Graham Hall and Ian Maskell. This one takes us back to September 1990. | SG Photo: Shields Gazette