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>Blue's Clues and Dora the Explorer
My children were little in the 90s, and many of those shows evoke wonderful memories of joyful times in my life.
Barney, Blue's Clues, Dora, and Thomas were the standout favorites. Watching them brings back those cherished moments, although I tend to steer clear of Barney. I have DVDs of all these shows for my grandchildren when they come to visit.
I had a strong disagreement with my wife about allowing Teletubbies; I was firmly against it. I found that show to be quite lacking in substance. Barney was nearly banned as well, but it did have some wholesome elements. Honestly, Teletubbies was the only show I outright prohibited because I really disliked it and felt it offered nothing of value. Nowadays, I see young children glued to nonsensical, short videos on TikTok, and I can't help but wonder how that will turn out in the long run.
I love you, you love me, let's get a gun and shoot Bar-ney
And a shot rang out and Barney hit the floor
No more purple di-no-saur
Thomas was one of my favorites, especially with George Carlin and Ringo Starr as narrators. We tried to limit the kids' TV time, but it served as a helpful distraction while preparing meals or getting ready to go out. Despite that, my wife and I always made it a point to watch with the kids. We wanted it to be an interactive experience. What clue did Blue find? Where did the Map direct Dora? We aimed for it to be thought-provoking.
Being present during those moments made them very special. Cuddling on the couch, singing Barney songs, and solving Blue's mysteries became our time together. As the kids started nursery and kindergarten, those moments gradually diminished. Before you know it, the kids grow up, and the house feels eerily quiet.
Well, now I feel a bit nostalgic... I think I’ll check in on Sodor and see what Thomas is up to.