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How would you describe yourself when you were a kid?
A tomboy. I climbed trees, built forts, played in the mud… There were no handheld video games, computers, streaming, etc. — I didn’t use my first computer until junior high. I did have my own newspaper, which was made by tirelessly using alphabet stamps, ink and paper. None of you people would have had the patience with all your ADHD. 🤣
Did you have a nickname when you were growing up? If yes, how did you get it?
Nickname was and still is Candy. Though I spell it ending with an i now. For a while I spelled it starting with a K. My Grandma gave me that name, something to do with Shirley Temple. It was so ingrained with everyone, that once when I had to say my real name in elementary school, no one believed me, not even my many cousins I was in class with.
Who were your best friends in elementary school? Are you still in contact with them?
Jenny, Melissa, LuAnn, Carol & Paul – no, I don’t keep in touch with anyone from my childhood.
What were your regular chores? Did you get an allowance? How much was it and what did you spend it on?
That wasn’t a thing. We didn’t have much so there wasn’t much to hand out. We took care of our things and cleaned up after ourselves because it was the expectation (not a chore). I helped with whatever I was told to.
When I was a bit older I spent most of my money on cassette tapes. (even later CDs, now digital)
Describe what your room looked like when you were growing up. Was it messy or clean? Did you have paintings or posters on the walls? What wre the main colors?
I shared a room with my sister for most of my childhood. We moved a lot and the rooms were usually pretty small. I know my side was definitely messy during my pre-teen years.
What is one thing you miss about being a kid?
Not having to pay a mortgage… go to work… worry about my health…
