In this week’s Defector Funbag, a reader expresses disdain for remembering political figures like John Boehner, who shifted from politics to the cannabis industry. This leads to a broader reflection on nostalgia, particularly regarding the author’s children aging into their teenage years and leaving behind their toys. Despite efforts to declutter, remnants of childhood still linger, stirring feelings of nostalgia and bittersweet memories. The piece captures the contrast between the past enjoyment of toys and the current reluctance of teens to revisit their childhood artifacts.
John Boehner's retirement to become a cannabis magnate raises questions about his past political actions, highlighting the frustrations of political memories, particularly for those who despise his legacy.
The author reflects on how, as their children grow up, the nostalgia tied to old toys clashes with their spouse's efforts to declutter the home.
The piece invites readers to reflect on their nostalgic feelings toward childhood toys, contrasting them with the realities of how quickly children outgrow these artifacts.
With each generation, toys become a bittersweet reminder that every phase of childhood eventually passes, leading to the inevitable decluttering of cherished items.
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