I’m
old school, baby! How many times have you heard that saying? If it’s said with
enough bravado, old school sounds cool. People often think old school means
you’re behind the times, but it might mean that you do your own thing, or march
to a different beat. Old school could also refer to someone who uses a
typewriter, plays eight track tapes, owns an iPhone 4—or it might refer to this
guy:
http://youtu.be/FbsLHELLNoQ
Who
knew a buffalo could plow fields? The animal cooperated like it understood just
what to do and how to do it. At the end of planting season, the farmer must be
exhausted—and healthy! Buffalo plowing
is several variations away from using oxen, horses, and tractors, and each method
has its pros and cons. Sometimes the old way is the better way.
Maybe
you’re old school, too. What do you prefer to do that seems contrary to the
prevailing ideas and habits of today’s culture?
2 comments:
IMHO Old school is a philosophy that honors proven and valuable practices. Using a bison to plow is earth-friendly, and the bison or "buffalo" is an American symbol that was nearly hunted into extinction. He is preserving part of our history and making environmentally responsible choices. It is not that old school necessarily eschews new technology, but may not embrace it simply because it is faster and "new". In the rush to get the latest edition of whatever is cranked off in this light-speed world, old school does not forget the value of hard work, social responsibility, or the commitment to doing the job right without shortcuts. Interesting question...I frequently think about what "old school" means because of our company name, and realize it has many interpretations. Thanks, caroline
http://blog.oldschooltees.com
Good points. It's great to be able to still wear those wonderful "old school" tees. Thanks for commenting, Caroliine!
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