Carol’s Retro Heating Pad
Mom needed a heating pad, so she went downstairs to borrow Carol’s. When I saw what was in her hands, I attacked her so I could take photos of it.
Based on the illustrated sun on the box, it looks like it was bought in the 60’s or 70’s. Back then, it only cost $4.95 at Grand Central.
Heating pads haven’t changed over the years. This design is very similar to the one I have under my bed right now.
It’s surprising to me how some gadgets can last so long while others become obsolete and unusable after a short amount of time. Long after we die, our heating pads can still warm the backs of our children.
You can see all the photos here:
Oh, could I please buy this from you? (Seriously)This looks just like the one I had when I was little! (My little brother of course, destroyed it). If Carol is up to selling it or trading it in for a brand new one, I’d be glad to oblige! 🙂
Comment by Jen — October 27, 2009 @ 6:26 am