Reed's Remember 5 cent Movies

Remember when you could go to a movie and get a Herhsey's candy bar for 5 cents? Well, neither do I. But I remember my father telling me he would go to downtown South Bend, catch a movie for 5 cents and get a Hershey's candy bar. This simple father & son discussion taught me some valuable things.

One, it was a chance to learn about my father's childhood. Two, the value of money over time. Can you imagine getting out of the movies today for under $10 for just yourself? Three, looking back now, I can still enjoy the excitement of a movie, just like my dad. How many things can you enjoy that your dad did? Plus, with my own kids, we can share the experience of a new release, popcorn and a soda (pop, Coke, or Pepsi depending of which part of the country you're from).

So, if you get a chance, ask your father what he remembers about going to the movies as a kid. Or, tell your children about your adventures at the movie theater. My son thinks it is pretty cool I saw the original Starwars (Episode IV) when I was a kid at the theater.

Go enjoy a movie, you'll be glad you did.