history: I long for the good old days, when I was carefree and happy. The sun always shone, I had cash in my pocket and plenty of time for the things I love to do.
current: Years ago I used to have such a good time. I had money to spend, time to do the things I love. How I long for those times again!
next: I know exactly how you feel, I've been slipping back into paycheck to paycheck living recently. It was so much better when I had the money to pay for everything.