420 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

1/2

0 saved

8

29

What Era of history would you live in??

#letschat #lemon8contest #lemon8challenge #CommentChallenge #lemon

I would love to go back in time and live in the 1200s-1500s in the Medieval Times. The architecture, the art, the sculptures, the castles, the gorgeous gowns! I’d love to find me a knight in shining armor! COME ON!! I’d also love to be able to witness the building of the Cologne Cathedral in Germany as well. I would honestly love to live a life with no technology, no social media, no constant comparing, it would be a breath of fresh air.

How about you all? I would love to know I’m very curious. Don’t worry about spamming I love to read all comments 🖤🏰🗡️

2025/3/9 Edited to

The question of which era of history one would choose to live in has captivated many people, prompting reflections on diverse times and cultures. The Medieval Times, often romanticized in literature and film, offer an appealing glimpse into a world of castles, knights, and artistic expression. Architecture from the period, like the Cologne Cathedral, symbolizes the rich artistic heritage that flourished. Living without technology presents a unique desire for simplicity and authenticity, drawing people to the communal and slower pace of life in past centuries. Other popular historical eras include the Renaissance, known for its incredible advancements in art and science, and the Roaring Twenties, which boasted a cultural revolution in music, fashion, and social dynamics. Each era has its own appeal, tailored to personal preferences and fantasies about life, relationships, and societal experiences. Engaging in conversations about historical eras allows us to learn from the past and its influences on the present, making it a timeless topic that resonates with many.

29 comments

Far enough back to be able to unalive the stupid people! 🤣

See more(3)

Rebecca💀🎀

Oo girly, I’d be living it up in the roaring 20s. I love the fashion from that decade and the innovation associated with that era 😍

See more(2)

See more comments

Related posts

A pink book titled 'I AM THAT GIRL' by Alexis Jones, with the subtitle 'HOW TO SPEAK YOUR TRUTH, DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE AND #bethatgirl,' rests on a pink fluffy surface. A red checkered candle holder and a white mug are in the background, with 'MUST READ' overlaid at the top.

An open page from the book 'I AM THAT GIRL' shows the heading 'PART II: SOARING 101' and a section titled 'YOU HAVE TO DREAM IT BEFORE YOU CAN DO IT,' discussing belief and dreams.

An open page from the book 'I AM THAT GIRL' features a highlighted quote by Ayn Rand: 'The question isn't who's going to let me; it's who is going to stop me.' Text about sports and media is also visible.

live authentically 🎀

hey besties! i previously included this book in my post, “5 Books to Be That Girl,” but i wanted to shine a brighter light on it. "I Am That Girl" by Alexis Jones is such an empowering read. covering topics like authenticity, pursuing your passions, balance, and living with purpose,

2134 likes

Jackson 5 Era (1969-1975

A young Michael emerged as the lead singer of the Jackson 5, captivating audiences with his powerful voice, charisma, and energetic stage presence. Hits included I Want You Back and ABC. Early Solo Era (1971-1978) While still performing with his brothers, Michael launched a solo career with s

800 likes

A handwritten family tree of Adam and Eve, showing descendants like Cain, Abel, Seth, Noah, Shem, Ham, and Japheth, with their children and some geographical notes from Genesis 4 and 5.

A handwritten continuation of the biblical family tree, detailing descendants of Ham and Japheth, including various tribes and regions. It also shows Abraham's journey to Canaan and a map of Mesopotamia.

Text explaining Genesis 9:25-27 regarding Noah's curse on Canaan and blessings on Shem and Japheth. It includes a map of the Promised Land with biblical cities like Shechem, Jerusalem, and Jericho.

Bible Biblical Family History Tree

20 likes

A desk setup with a tablet, keyboard, and notebook, illustrating a method for understanding history beyond memorizing dates.

A person studying with a laptop and tablet, displaying questions about pyramids, emphasizing understanding the 'why' behind historical events.

Close-up images of handwritten Cornell notes on 'Nationalism' and 'World War I,' demonstrating an organized method for history review and active recall.

Tired of memorizing history? Try my simple method.

🏛️ Think in Themes, Not Timelines: I completely changed my approach by focusing on big themes like 'conflict' or 'innovation' instead of just dates. This helps me connect events across different eras and see history as one continuous story. It’s a game-changer for understanding the

56 likes

A pink-themed graphic asks 'Let's Chat: If you could live in any era, which one would it be? Why?'. It features nostalgic elements like a Coca-Cola bottle, paperclip, Nintendo DS, a CD with Japanese text, a smiley face, and a Hello Kitty TV, all on a floral background.

Which era do you think you belong?

If you could travel back in time and live in any specific era of history, which one would you choose, and what aspects of that time—whether cultural, political, or societal—do you feel most drawn to? For me, it would be the Woodstock era, with its vibrant sense of rebellion, freedom, and the powerf

12 likes

Which gilded era would you rather live in?

My love for interior design took me back to the 14th and 17th centuries — to Renaissance and Rococo. Two of history’s most opulent eras, and the contrasts might surprise you. One is order. The other is whimsy. Which gilded era would you rather live in? 👇 #interiordesign #renaissance #rococ

11 likes

Have You Ever Read a History Book?

It’s probably my hormones you guys because, you know, periods🙄🙄 But I’ll be brief. So Senator Bernie Sanders has been warning the United States about the rise of an oligarchy and the abuse of the working class for DECADES. No one gave a SHIT, including many “sympathetic” Democrats. Seeing him

378 likes

Cena makes history at Backlash

## **Breaking: John Cena Announces Cross-Brand "John Cena Classic" and New Fan-Voted Championship at Backlash** **TAMPA, FL** — The WWE Universe was left buzzing tonight at **Backlash 2026** as 17-time World Champion **John Cena** made a surprise appearance to deliver what he promised woul

13 likes

Before we started our Ancient History study there were some important lessons that we needed to study to understand what history is. In Montessori we always want to make sure children understand the concrete, what is time, before we begin to study the abstract, what happened throughout history.

12 likes

She Invented Rock and Roll — Then History Gave the Credit to the Men Who Came Af

She was playing guitar and singing in church by the age of six. By the late 1930s she was performing in Harlem ballrooms — mixing gospel fire with blues electricity into something the audience had never heard before. They didn’t know what to call it. We call it rock and roll now. She picked up the

17 likes

📖 Prologue Begins…Secrets buried in history are about to surface. 👑🔍Welcome t

📖 Prologue Begins… Secrets buried in history are about to surface. 👑🔍 Welcome to The King’s Deception by Steve Berry — where every clue leads deeper into mystery. ⚡ Part 1 starts now… Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for the next chapter! #BookTok #Mystery #Th

1 like

A black and white photo of the majestic Titanic ocean liner sailing on the open sea, with passengers visible on its decks, showcasing its grandeur before its fateful voyage.

An illustration depicts the Titanic arriving safely in New York Harbor, passing the Statue of Liberty, as crowds on the shore wave enthusiastically, imagining a different historical outcome.

A news headline announces 'Titanic II Launched: Twice the Size!' over an image of a large, modern ocean liner, suggesting accelerated innovation in shipbuilding.

The World We Lost: What If the Titanic Never Sank?

Ever wonder how one single event could change the entire course of our world? The sinking of the Titanic wasn't just a tragedy; it was a massive psychological blow that shattered the world's faith in its own progress. But what if it had arrived safely in New York harbor? 🤔 Here are 3 way

5 likes

urban environmental history books

Fun fact about me is that when I'm not making bookish content I'm working on getting my PhD in US History. That's technically my day job and its one I feel so blessed to have. I've learned through this degree that there are so many amazing history books that we content creators don&

111 likes

Fall books to read that aren’t the Secret History

I LOVE the Secret History, don’t get me wrong. But when I would get book recommendations for the fall, this was always the first one that can up. So I compiled a list of other fall books, some more cozy, some more dark, more academic, or just fluffy. I hope you find the perfect autumn book!! #fal

331 likes

Grown woman era / that girl 💋

Upgrading as a Black woman isn’t about perfection or impressing anyone—it’s about honoring myself, my journey, and my roots. It’s choosing peace over chaos, self-love over self-doubt, and growth over comfort. It’s about setting boundaries, investing in my mind and body, and surrounding myself with

1037 likes

Free American History Courses from Columbia

Free American History Courses from Columbia If you are interested in American History, these FREE courses from Columbia make learning easy and accessible for everyone 1. The Civil War and Reconstruction – 1865-1890: The Unfinished Revolution. In this course you are going to learn about: * Who

59 likes

A Working Piece of Appalachian History

The Cable Mill in Cades Cove is one of the best surviving reminders of what daily Appalachian life once looked like in the Smoky Mountains. Built in the late 1800s by John Cable, the mill used the power of mountain water to grind corn and wheat for local families living throughout the cove. Befo

51 likes

History We Can't Ignore

From 1972 to 1981, daily life in the Philippines was controlled — curfews, no free press, no free speech, and arrests without warrants. Many never came home. Many families are still waiting for justice. My dad lived through those years before he migrated to California. This is the history he car

23 likes

Thought they would make him immortal

Qin Shi Huang poisoned himself trying to live forever 💀 #history #china #emperor #facts

25 likes

History & Spiritual Meaning of Locs Around the 🌎

Locs ain't just a hairstyle, they a whole legacy ✨. For centuries, people all over the world been rocking them, not just for style, but for power, culture, and spirit. From the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt 🏺 to the warriors of Africa 🦁, the yogis of India 🧘🏾‍♀️, and the Rastafarians of Jamaica

40 likes

A person holds a stack of six fantasy books, including 'Jade City' and 'Mistborn,' with text overlay 'six fantasy series i can't wait to read.' The image highlights the user's excitement for new fantasy reads.

The Mistborn series by Brandon Sanderson, featuring books one, two, and three. It is described as 'metal-based magic,' 'epic fantasy,' and 'heist plot,' with a Goodreads summary detailing the plot.

The Poppy War series by R.F. Kuang, showing books one, two, and three. The series is categorized as 'military fantasy,' 'grimdark,' and 'historical,' accompanied by a Goodreads summary.

in my fantasy era 🐉

Honestly, I think I’ve been in a fantasy era since I read The Magic Treehouse as a wee child 🤭 I grew up on that series, Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, the usual childhood fantasy suspects, etc etc… But NOW! The amount of adult and YA fantasy series that have called my attention are endless!! I s

104 likes

A bottle tree made of green, brown, and clear glass bottles against a blue sky, with the text "The spiritual legacy Of: BOTTLES TREES IN BLACK HISTORY" overlaid, highlighting its cultural significance.

Spiritual legacy of Bottles Trees In Black History

The Legacy of Bottle Trees in Black History🌳🔵✨ Bottle trees are a powerful symbol in Black culture, carrying deep spiritual meaning and a long history of protection. More than just decorations, these trees are rooted in African traditions, serving as a way to trap and neutralize negative spiri

49 likes

Arthur Ashe Widened the Court for History

Arthur Ashe’s 1963 Davis Cup selection was bigger than tennis. Before the Grand Slam titles and before the stadium carried his name, he was a young UCLA student stepping into history with quiet strength and purpose. #ArthurAshe #BlackHistory #TennisHistory #lemon8 #LataraSpeaksTruth

63 likes

This book is now a part of history

#tserastour #taylorswift #theerastour #TSTheErasTour

10 likes

In my YouTube Era✨

I’m working on getting back to my YouTube channel and making videos. Y’all go check out my videos on there! Let me know what kind of videos you would like to see me post on YouTube. #Lemon8Diary #shareyourthoughts #youtuber #youtubeera #hellolemon8 #youtube

34 likes

reshape your understanding of our history

Anna Malaika Tubbs laid out American patriarchy in a really clear and compassionate way! i appreciated the call to action and hopeful tone towards the end, and we’re prompted to shout about how it doesn’t have to be this way. some of the many quotes I highllighted: “Black women are the most a

33 likes

History reexamined

In the late 19th century, particularly the 1890s, the visual representation of Black people in America existed in a state of deep tension. On one hand, mainstream commercial culture was flooded with dehumanizing caricatures; on the other, a group of Black and white artists began creating "digni

49 likes

A laptop screen displays the title 'Websites i love to use in my classroom' over a vibrant, colorful background, introducing the article's topic.

The Diffit website is shown on a laptop, featuring its resource generation interface where teachers can create student-ready materials by inputting topics or content.

A laptop screen displays the Curipod 'My Lessons' page, showcasing various interactive lesson cards created by a teacher for classroom engagement.

🌍 Websites I Love Using in My History Classroom

📝 Diffit Description: Diffit lets teachers instantly adapt reading materials to different grade levels or student needs. Perfect for world history, it can simplify primary sources or make complex texts more accessible while keeping the meaning intact. 🎤 Curipod Description: Curipod is an i

26 likes

The Happy Side of History😁

#happy #history #funny

205 likes

A scenic view of a road winding through a forest with vibrant orange and yellow autumn foliage under a clear blue sky. Text overlays read 'Ghostly Cries Ohio Haunted' and 'Haunted Ohio Gore Orphanage'.

A dirt road leads to a small bridge surrounded by autumn trees with colorful leaves. Text indicates this is 'The bridge where people have seen apparitions of children' and 'others hear screams and cry's but also some feel sick after leaving the bridge'.

A weathered stone pillar, partially covered in colorful graffiti, stands amidst fallen autumn leaves. Text identifies it as 'one of the original pillars from the orphanage' and mentions it 'use to have 666 spray painted on it years ago'.

Haunted Ohio Gore Orphanage History👻

Welcome to InTheSpook here we talk about everything to do with the paranormal and supernatural! Cannot wait for anyone to join this spooky family🖤Now that you’re here let’s get into the legend. The Legend goes there was an orphanage that held a hundred children burning down and killed all of th

114 likes

Real Housewives of History Pt2

Being an ornament to society is harder than it looks #historicalfashion #fashionhistory #costumes #victorianstyle #elizabethanera

121 likes

This Day in History — April 2

National Days: - DIY Day - Ferret Day - Peanut Butter & Jelly Day - Reconciliation Day - Burrito Day (first Thursday of April) ————————————————————————————— What Happened: — 1513 - Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León claimed Florida for the King of Spain ~the first known Eu

2 likes

This Day in History — April 8

• Golden number - ~The Moon repeats its phases approximately every 19 years = used for determining the date of Easter ~Add 1 to any given year and divide the result by 19; the remainder is the Golden Number. If there is no remainder, the Golden Number is 19 ————————————————————————————— N

1 like

The “Unfiltered 50s” Era: What They Don’t Tell You 🍋✨

Let’s talk about the 50s. Not the "anti-aging" version we see in commercials, but the real, vibrant, slightly chaotic reality of it. It’s a decade of shedding the "shoulds" and finally wearing exactly what you want—whether that’s a vintage tracksuit, Levi’s and Vans, or a full rock-

1 like

Would you ever study abroad?I loved Edinburgh, great school, cool history, aweso

0 likes

A laptop screen shows a Google search for 'CLEP' with an overlay asking if a $97 test can replace a college class, highlighting the search bar.

A laptop screen displays the CLEP College Board website, showing 'Earn College Credit with CLEP' and options to register for an exam, with an overlay explaining CLEP as taking one test for college credit.

A laptop screen shows the CLEP website listing various 'History and Social Sciences' exams, including American Government and Introductory Psychology, each priced at $97, with a 'History & Social Sciences' overlay.

CLEP Tests Are My Girl Era Shortcut to Credits 🎀

Okay so I went to get my eyes checked… and somehow walked out with a shortcut to college credit 😭💅🏻 My eye doctor randomly told me about this site called CLEP — it’s basically a $97 exam you can take instead of doing an entire class. No Zooms. No professor. No group project trauma. Just pa

26 likes

This Day in History — March 30

2/3 Burrowed Days from April ———————————————— National Days: - I am in Control Day - Doctors Day - Pencil Day (im holding a pipette) - Virtual Vacation Day - Take a Walk in the Park Day - Turkey Neck Soup Day ————————————————————————————— What Happened: — 1282 - The people of Pal

1 like

which era would you want to live in? And why?

#letschat #lemon8contest

5 likes

Here is an amazing piece of Midwest history!

In 1856, 42-year-old John L. Thorne stepped off a steamboat onto First Street in Hastings, Minnesota Territory. Already successful as a dry goods merchant in New York, Thorne quickly became one of the most influential men in early Hastings. Within just a few years he was elected mayor, built a beau

7 likes

An open book page titled "SAFEKEEPING SPELLS" showing a "POW-WOW CHARM" about carrying the "right eye of a wolf" for protection, with overlay text "WITCH TERMS FOR HERBS" and a section on "ANCIENT HINDU INCANTATION" for protection.

Herb History in Witchcraft 🤍

I have encountered a lot of assumptions in my practice, especially from opposing religions. The main argument I have an issue with is the belief that witches hurt animals or humans for their magical doings….. while this argument can be upheld for very very ancient times, especially aztec mythology…

80 likes

3 books on american history!

With the Presidential election just around the corner, I'm excited to read some books on American history and politics this month! What other books would you recommend? comment below! #lemon8partner #lemon8bookclub #americanhistory #nonfiction

35 likes

Spots in NYC for history lovers

If you’re a history lover you’ll want to save these historic spots in New York to visit during your trip! Dine at Fraunces Tavern & Visit the Fraunces Tavern Museum This is one of my favorite places to take people when they visit! This is the oldest tavern in NYC and was a crucial

221 likes

The Nissan Gallery in Yokohama, featuring two modern Nissan cars on display in front of a large screen showing a woman, with overlaid text about innovation and history.

A silver Nissan GT-R sports car is showcased in a bright, modern showroom, with people visible in the background near a reception desk.

An orange Nissan Z sports car is on display in a showroom, with an information stand next to it and visitors observing other vehicles in the background.

Visiting Nissan Headquarters Innovation History

Hey Friends, Are there any car enthusiasts out there? 🚗 A Journey Through Innovation: Visiting the Nissan Gallery in Yokohama 🚗 Step into the future while celebrating the past at the Nissan Gallery in Yokohama! This iconic showroom isn’t just for car lovers—it’s a dazzling display of Japanese

16 likes

Visit History in NC

0 likes

What era of fashion would you like to experience?

Viewing Dutch history through the lens of fashion offers a unique and immersive experience. Dutch fashion, particularly from the 17th century, reflects the cultural, social, and economic contexts of the time. I found it fascinating how Dutch fashion from the Golden Age wasn’t just about style but a

4 likes

An image promoting a new Substack post, featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda as Hamilton on a stage. Text reads "NEW SUBSTACK POST IS LIVE!" and "This piece compares the philosophies of the founder fathers to modern America."

A screenshot of a Substack article titled "Are the Founding Fathers Really Rolling In Their Graves?" with a subtitle comparing founding ideals to modern America. An overlay says "pretty creative and interesting title if you ask me ;)".

A screenshot of a Substack article discussing government branches and Jefferson's view, contrasted with a section on "Trump's America" and centralized power. An overlay says "lil snippet".

do you like history?? what about hamilton???

My brand new substack post is now LIVE! You can check it out at <<< pen to past >>> on substack. It's COMPLETELY FREE to read and subscribe!! This post compares ideals of democracy and political philosophies of the founding fathers to current-day America. It goes founder by

8 likes

We are living in the most distracted generation in history.

Notifications. Scrolling. Auto-play shows. Everything around us is designed to keep our attention… and steal our focus. Because we live in a dopamine filled economy. And every time you choose distraction over discipline, you reinforce a pattern of comfort over commitment. Here’s the t

3 likes

See more