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We haven’t cracked time travel yet. But while jumping into the future is definitely off-limits, going back in time? That we can do—at least in spirit.

Old toys, photos, movies, clothes, and random memorabilia can instantly transport us to another era. When those are out of reach, though, there’s one place that never fails: the internet. And few corners do nostalgia better than r/90s, a community dedicated to everything from that unforgettable decade.

So here are some of their best posts. Let them bring back a few memories you didn’t know you missed.

#1

I Spy With My Magic Eye…

90s nostalgic posts showing Magic Eye books and a surprised character recalling the simpler, stranger days of the 90s.

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StrangeOne
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3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This only worked one time for me, very recently, and it hurt my eyes.

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    #2

    Who Else Remembers Ask Jeeves?

    Ask Jeeves search engine homepage featuring a vintage cartoon butler and classic 90s internet design elements.

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    #3

    Who Remembers This? Celebrity Deathmatch (TV Series 1998–2007)

    Claymation hosts at a Celebrity Deathmatch set, evoking nostalgic 90s TV animation and pop culture.

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    #4

    I Know, I Know..😂

    Viennetta ice cream cake with chocolate topping, a nostalgic treat from the simpler, stranger days of the 90s.

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I found it in Manchester last year. I had to buy it. It's still good.

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    #5

    Dear Commercials Of The 90's- I Still Do This Because Of You

    Plastic six-pack rings cut apart next to red-handled scissors on a dark wooden table, evoking nostalgic 90s DIY crafts.

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    sbj
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thankfully where I live these aren't in use anymore

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    #6

    Rachel Weisz In The Mummy Is Perfection

    Collage of 90s nostalgic female movie characters with different hairstyles and outfits capturing simpler, stranger days vibe.

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    #7

    *spits Coffee*

    90s band Soul Asylum pictured in a room with grunge fashion, referencing nostalgia and missing children awareness from the era.

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    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Australian version showed young people who were missing, and years later it began to be realised that a lot of them were victims of Ivan Milat, the ''Backpacker M******r''. >.<

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    #8

    I Will Never Understand Why They Got Rid Of These Sunrooms

    Empty sunlit café with vintage wooden chairs and tables, evoking nostalgic posts from the simpler 90s days.

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    #10

    The Time Where Having Walkman Feels Like Having An iPhone

    Hands holding a vintage Game Boy, a Sony Walkman with headphones, and a VHS tape being inserted into a player nostalgic 90s tech

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    3 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember how we complained so much when we had to rewind a tape. It seemed to take so much time but didn't take that much time. Seems so trivial now. I still have VHS movies and watch them. Some of them takes less time to get to the movie than having to put up with the unskippable ads and intros on some DVDs.

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    #11

    Starship Troopers (1997) ! Do You Still Have Love For This One?

    Collage of nostalgic 90s Starship Troopers scenes featuring soldiers, alien creatures, and iconic moments from the film.

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    #12

    90s Goth In Films! Do You Have A Favorite?

    Collage of iconic 90s movie characters showcasing nostalgic fashion and styles from the simpler, stranger days of the 90s.

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    #13

    In Point Break Johnny Utah Orders 2 Meatball Sandwiches, A Tuna Sandwich And 2 Lemonades And The Total Was To $7.84

    Two men in a car, one eating a sandwich, evoking nostalgic posts about the simpler, stranger days of the 90s.

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    #14

    Just Turned 40…. And Man, I Miss The 90s 😞

    Vinyl record collection and turntable setup in a cozy room evoking nostalgic posts from the simpler 90s days.

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    #15

    Terminator 2 (1991). The Way Practical Effects Were Done

    Two men adjusting a detailed 90s miniature cityscape model with cars and palm trees in an indoor setting.

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    Carl Roberts
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And they looked better than any modern CGI slop

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    #16

    Mcdonald’s Went From A Happy 90’s Kid, To A Depressed 30 Year Old Adult. Why Mcdonalds's Whyyy?

    McDonald’s restaurant with colorful 90s playground contrasted against a modern, minimalist building exterior.

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    #17

    Rip Gene Hackman

    Man dressed in bright 90s attire with a white fluffy wig, capturing the nostalgic vibe of the 90s era.

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    #18

    Anyone Else Obsessed With This Movie?

    Poster of The Secret Garden movie featuring characters in a magical garden, evoking nostalgic 90s simpler days.

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    #19

    Anyone Else Remember Playing With These?

    90s nostalgic toy figure of a blue rabbit holding a carrot, representing simpler and stranger days of the decade

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    sbj
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This takes me back, I would play with them for hours until the wire came through the plastic which sadistically made me happy

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    #20

    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) !

    Popular 90s action figures and characters from nostalgic 90s movies, capturing simpler, stranger days of the decade.

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    #21

    5000 Windows Pop Up All At Once

    Boy with legs on desk using old desktop computer with Limewire, capturing nostalgic 90s tech and simpler stranger days vibe.

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    3 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was seldom allowed on the computer and never allowed on the internet without my mom right there, hovering and usually taking over for me. There's actually a commercial in the late 90s or 2000s,I recall, that depicted a mother at the computer with her teenage daughter in a playpen, and the mother is asking the daughter what music to download and burn onto a CD. Then the mom is like "You're not trying to download any of that rap music, are you?" I could swear whoever came up with that commercial knew my home life. (It actually may have been a Street Cents skit, a show for youth covering all sorts of issues.)

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    #22

    The Only Thing Hotter Than My Pentium II… Was The Winamp Visualizer

    Collage of various 90s Winamp music player skins and retro video game interfaces evoking nostalgic 90s vibes.

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    James016
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WinAmp is still going strong. Though the picture is of the skins /pedantry

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    #23

    Called 123 I Think

    Text about calling a phone number just to find out the time, illustrating nostalgic posts from the simpler 90s days.

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm glad Kids Help phone still exists. My daughter called it one time when she was distressed by a friend and didn't know what to do.

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    #24

    '90s Starters Jackets

    Collection of nostalgic 90s vintage sports jackets featuring teams like Lakers, 49ers, and Seahawks on blue background.

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    #25

    The Warner Bros. Studio Store (1991-2001)

    Shoppers walk past a Warner Bros store with large Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck statues, evoking nostalgic 90s vibes.

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i miss these themed store fronts. Rarely was ever able to afford anything in these stores, but I loved window shopping. We didn't have the Warner Bros store, but we had The Disney Store with the stuffy mountain and a screen showing movies.

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    #26

    My Custom Freehanded 90's Beanie Baby Art 💛

    Colorful 90s-themed Beanie Baby bear with nostalgic patches including Blockbuster, Game Boy, and vintage cartoon characters.

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    #27

    Really Miss The Goth Craze In The 90s

    Collage of iconic 90s movie characters showcasing nostalgic posts from the simpler, stranger days of the 90s.

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    #28

    Arachnophobia (1990) !

    Scenes from the 90s movie Arachnophobia featuring spiders and memorable nostalgic moments from the decade.

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    Gingersnap In Iowa
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only fear we have is fear itself... and spiders.

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    #29

    Choose Which Tech Design From This Period Was Best

    Collection of nostalgic 90s gadgets and toys including electronics, game controllers, and colorful tech accessories from the simpler 90s era.

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    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
    Community Member
    3 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tamagotchi. If we went back a bit more to the earlier 90s, it'd be the Sega Master System game controller, or Reebok Pumps. Always wanted a pair of those!

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    #30

    A High School Student

    Woman with curly hair and glasses wearing a patterned dress, evoking nostalgic 90s vibes in a casual indoor setting.

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why I liked Degrassi Junior High and Degrassi High. Real teenagers used for casting, who wore their own clothes and they had input in the script so that their lines were what real teens would say.

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    #31

    A Few Of My Classmates Moms Had This Vibe In The Early 90’s

    Man with 90s hairstyle and caption about 90s moms, with nostalgic family scene of kids showing gifts indoors.

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    Breadcrumb.
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like my aunt, she still has the same hair cut and smokes.

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    #32

    Items In The Nickelodeon Time Capsule, Which Is Set To Open In 2042

    Nickelodeon time capsule sealed in 1992 to be opened in 2042, symbolizing 90s nostalgia and simpler, stranger days.

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    #33

    We Loved A Rainbow Cast

    Cast of Power Rangers in colorful costumes holding helmets, evoking nostalgic 90s memories and simpler times.

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a crush on Jason, the red ranger. This show was my obsession until I discovered Sailor Moon.

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    #34

    Facts

    Group photo of 90s Power Rangers characters, evoking nostalgic posts about the simpler, stranger days of the 90s.

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    PeepPeep the duck
    Community Member
    3 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aussie classics - genie from down under 😂 I loved that show. I rewatched it recently, the clothes and hair are hideous

    #35

    My Childhood Dreams Have Come True

    Two classic 90s arcade machines featuring nostalgic Street Fighter II and Mortal Kombat games side by side indoors.

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    #36

    This Was Fun :)

    Collection of nostalgic 90s gadgets and items including a Yellow Pages book, video camera, and retro electronics in a display case.

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    sbj
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who's raided my secret bottom drawer

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    #38

    Jennifer Connelly Was Stunning

    Young woman with glasses and long hair, evoking nostalgic 90s style and simpler, stranger days of the decade.

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    #39

    What A Wonderful Time It Was Back Then

    Kids playing Nintendo 64 in 1998, enjoying pizza and multiplayer gaming, evoking nostalgic 90s simpler, stranger days memories.

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    Earonn -
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was good but if anyone thinks life can't be that good again, they're doing adulting wrong.

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    #40

    My Mom Found These Cleaning Her House

    Two vintage blue and yellow water guns on a fuzzy blanket, evoking nostalgic 90s simpler, stranger days toys.

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    Ravenkbh
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why were these things cleaning her house 8\

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    #41

    Action Figure Haul From Flea Market

    Collection of 90s action figures including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and various comic book characters evoking nostalgic 90s memories.

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    howdylee
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am in possession of my brother's collection of original TMNT action figures, including all of the first editions of the turtles, the sewer playset, and the Technodrone playset, among others. Unfortunately they were heavily played with, so nothing in collector's condition. As kids we played together that the turtles and the Ponies saved the day from the evil Barbies :D

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    #42

    Kurt Cobain & Ronald Mcdonald (1992)

    Young man posing with vintage Ronald McDonald statue outside, evoking nostalgic 90s memories and simpler days mood.

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    #43

    Field Day Ribbons

    Luggage tag from the 90s with handwritten event, class, and date details on a textured black surface.

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    Skywitness
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can still do that. NIST phone time (303) 499-7111. It's a great way to check the accuracy of a stopwatch using a 24 hour interval. Ideally you'd want to use one of those old fashioned land lines.

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    #44

    90s 8 Ball Jacket Fad

    90s ball jacket fashion collage showing vintage colorful jackets with number 8, highlighting nostalgic 90s style trends.

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    #45

    Average Cost Of Living In 1995

    1995 cost of living prices including house, income, rent, tuition, gasoline, and food reflecting nostalgic 90s simpler days.

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    Breadcrumb.
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's my income today, and a house is a million dollars now. Rent went from 550 a month to 1,500 for one bedroom. Don't get me started on eggs.

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    #46

    Ah Yes. The Classic After-School Beverage Set For Some Kidswb Watching

    Vintage Fruitopia vending machine featuring colorful splash design, evoking 90s nostalgia and simpler, stranger days.

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    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There was more flavours back then. But it all tasted too sugary. I'm glad Clearly Canadian made a comeback. Now we just need Snapple Elements back.

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    #47

    $12 Outfit I Found At Goodwill

    Young man in colorful 90s-inspired clothes smiling and leaning against a brick wall, evoking nostalgic 90s vibes.

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    #48

    I Definitely Thought My Del Sol Needed Lamborghini Doors In The 90s

    Red 90s car with butterfly doors open, parked in an empty lot at night, evoking nostalgic memories of simpler days.

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    Julie S
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would smash my head on those doors every time I got out.

    #49

    What Is This Show Called?!

    Cartoon image of a small character holding a giant pencil over a watercolor paint set, evoking 90s nostalgia and simpler days.

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    #50

    Tickets For Some 90’s TV Show Tapings

    Vintage 90s TV and movie ticket stubs showcasing nostalgic shows and films from the simpler, stranger days of the 90s.

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    #51

    Bridgette Wilson As Sonya Blade

    Woman in black outfit delivering a high kick to a man with face paint in a nostalgic 90s beach fight scene.

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    #52

    Hey 90’s Dudes Who Remembers Watching This TV Show On Nickelodeon?

    Cast of Hey Dude standing outdoors with hats and cowboy outfits, capturing nostalgic 90s television moments and style.

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    Lost Panda
    Community Member
    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember watching this show as a kid, but I can't remember a single episode XD

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    #53

    Cameron Diaz Recreated Her ‘Hair Gel’ Hairdo From There’s Something About Mary In 2022

    Side-by-side images of a woman with a 90s hairstyle featuring a prominent hair spike, showcasing nostalgic 90s style.

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    #54

    Found This Gem At Goodwill Yesterday 💎

    90s nostalgic toy Scatch catching game with purple paddle and colorful ball in original packaging on black surface.

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    #55

    Do Yall Remember A Time In The 90s Where If You Wanted Chick Fil A You Had To Go To The Mall

    Customers waiting in line at a nostalgic 90s Chick-fil-A counter inside a mall food court with classic decor and menu boards.

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    Lost Panda
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Didn't have Chik-Fil-A until my late 20s when I got stationed in VA

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    #56

    X-Men In The 90s

    90s nostalgia with classic X-Men comic characters and vintage Pizza Hut kid’s pizza pack promotion.

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    howdylee
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have the Rogue & Gambit cup & comic book still :)

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    #57

    This Was My The Proud Family Growing Up!

    Animated scene from 90s cartoon Bebe's Kids featuring a group of kids and adults in a nostalgic 90s style setting.

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    Gordon
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if you watch YouTube, you can see they all grew up to be SovCits or Moors.

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    #58

    Not Sure How True This Is, But It Would Be Dope For Sure!

    Nintendo 64 console with game cartridges, announcing nostalgic 90s gaming comeback in 4K for 2025 release.

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    #59

    Who Remembers These Guys?

    CD case of The Jerky Boys comedy album on a wooden surface, evoking nostalgic 90s memories and humor.

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    Manny
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I still have one of their CD's somewhere

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