This local website did this test project on a local family, having them live for one week as if they were back in the early 1950's, eliminating all of the conveniences of modern technology. They even went so far as to take away their vehicles and gave them a vintage 1948 Packard for the week instead. (thought that tidbit might interest Howard.) The wife kept a week-long journal of their experience,and I found it a very interesting read--especially since I know this woman; she used to join our high school band for concerts, playing the cymbals.

Grishny