When I made forts as a kid I would use bungie cords. Bungie cords were actually a really important item in my life all through my teens. I would use them for forts of course, but also for tying stuff onto our family car (Can’t transport a Christmas tree or mattress without bungie cords!), camping, yard work, as a bike lock and more! For years I always carried at least one in my backpack, and I’d always find reasons to use it.

Now? I can’t think of the last time I even thought about bungie cords. I’m sure I don’t have any.

The world has changed so much.