Denny and his craft X-Wing! 1978

Denny tells us that this was a project for school in 1978. This X-Wing was constructed from toilet paper, and paper towel tubes, and foil.

Well done indeed, Denny! …

Trooper Denny and his…Lightsaber?

Denny ignites his Lightsaber in celebration of Halloween. Personally I’ve not seen a Stormtrooper since the concept painting via Mr. Ralph McQuarrie, but this is absolutely fantastic! …

Shawn and his Star Wars birthday joy! 1978

Shawn remembers,”My 4th birthday, May 1978. I think I got 2 land speeders that day.”

Hey, 2 of anything is good. 2 of any Star Wars toy is MAGIC! …

Andy represents Star Wars 24/7! 1978

Andy and his brother visit Great America Amusement Park. What better way to show off your love for Star Wars than a T-Shirt with Star Wars emblazoned on its front! Be it Star Wars…or yes, King Kong. You MUST celebrate …

Steven and Nancy live the Star Wars dream! 1979

What was better than Star Wars toys when you were a kid? Tough question, but I think Steven and Nancy know that answer. …

A boy and his Droid! Jay 1978

There’s nothing better than getting a Star Wars figure! In 1978, that feeling was 200 times more exciting than anything a little kid could imagine. I mean, look at that grin? Proof positive! …

Love is family…and Star Wars toys! Jay 1978

A Mom’s love and Star Wars toys. Two things that cannot be better! …

Dad inspects a Star Wars unboxing! Jay, Christmas 1980

It’s hard not to get caught up in Star Wars fun! It was awesome then, it’s still pretty awesome now! …

Jay partakes in some Christmas-y Star Wars fun! 1980

A little bit of everything is better than a lot of nothing! Star Wars, Buck Rogers, and more! Jay looks pretty pleased, as any kid would be. …