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crazycatlady

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5. I just wanted to clarify about those trophies

Wed Jan 18, 2017, 05:35 PM

Jan 2017

As someone born in the 80s, I remember getting those things. They were on display on a shelf in my bedroom for awhile, but have long since disappeared. But I want to break something to you. We didn't ask for them. Most of my classmates (including myself) thought they were silly. It was the parents/coaches (mostly baby boomers) who gave them to us.

A few years ago I was in a thrift shop. I saw a shelf of participation trophies next to various wedding favors (trinkets personalized with the couple's name and wedding date). Looking at that shelf made me realize what a waste of money both are.

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