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They came to America on the S.S. Argentina, sailing out of Genoa, Italy, in 1952, my parents and sister, five-year old Anie. My sister said our mother spent the entire trip in their cabin below deck, fighting seasickness. Anie spent the days running around having fun, following our father who apparently spent most of the […]
On the corner of our apartment building was a candy store. It was the typical corner store of that period (1950s) with a counter and bar stools where you could order your soda fountain treats. I would often stop in after school or on the weekend and buy a candy bar. My all time favorites […]
When life feels stressful we often think about simpler times. I think about growing up in the 1950s and although, admittedly, I was very young, my impression was that life was uncomplicated, relaxed, and good. I am sure that my parents had worries and struggles but they and my older sister protected and sheltered me, […]
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