Childhood
Nothing beats the memories of growing up in your childhood home. If you wanted to get to the house Mom grew up in, you should enter this in the GPS. (Bonus 200 points for knowing the house she lived in before that)
What is 1001 Huckleberry Lane (713 Gray Avenue. Moved in '71)?
There is an AXO date function tonight! You'd better believe we're going to be here for dinner before!
What is The Brown Bottle?
What is Fresca?
This British band released Help! in 1965, featuring the title track and “Ticket to Ride.”
Who are The Beatles?
In 1965, kids were tuning in to The Flintstones, and this stone-age spinoff featuring a family in the future.
What is The Jetsons?
These two sports were some of Mom's favorites to play growing up.
What are Gymnastics & Tennis?
Mom was up for almost anything in college except for this one thing that she would NEVER EVER do. Something that Lucia probably would have preferred.
What is living in the Sorority House?
Mornings are tough. Better grab a coffee, and Mom will take it this way.
What is a black coffee with two Equal?
This singer-songwriter released "Like a Rolling Stone" in 1965 — a six-minute anthem that redefined rock songwriting.
Who is Bob Dylan?
This family film starring Julie Andrews and a lot of singing children won five Oscars at the 1965 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
What is The Sound of Music?
OUCH! Getting stitches on your chin hurts! Probably best to avoid this in the future, unless you want to end up back in the emergency room.
What is doing gymnastics on the bed?
Never trust Mike again! Especially after he suggested taking this "blow off" class at Iowa.
What is Music History? (Or maybe it was art history?)
Got a sweet tooth? Well, if you're with Linda, she's got you covered. Hopefully, you share an appreciation for her favorite candy.
What are Twizlers and Black Licorice?
In 1965, this Motown girl group sang "Stop! In the Name of Love."
Who are The Supremes?
This beloved children’s special featuring a Peanuts character first aired in December 1965.
What is A Charlie Brown Christmas?
Making new friends can help make moving to a new town easier. Thankfully, this other girl became best friends with Mom shortly after their move to Glenview.
Who is Susan Dawson?
It's Halloween! That means it's time for the exchange with Delta Tau Delta, but if you want to get out of purgatory, you'd better start drinking this unforgiving cocktail.
What is Red Death Punch?
The best way to spread holiday cheer is by singing loudly for all to hear. If you heard Mom, she would be singing this, her favorite Christmas song
What is "Oh, Holy Night"
Keith Richards came up with this riff in his sleep — it became the Rolling Stones’ first U.S. #1 hit and the #1 song of 1965, all about modern discontent.
What is "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction"?
This fried chicken restaurant chain opened its first location in 1965.
What is Popeyes?
This 1st grade teacher must have had a pretty big impact on Mom, at least enough to push her to follow in the same career path.
Who is Ms. Dye?
It's finally Friday! Everyone is headed to the best place in Iowa City for a Friday happy Hour?
What is Double Bubble IRP?
Maybe not a total sommelier, but an enjoyer of wine nonetheless. In the summer, pour Mom a glass of this, and she will switch to this in the winter.
What is Pinot Grigio in the Summer and Pinot Noir in the Winter?
This American folk-rock group had a hit with "California Dreamin'" in 1965.
Who are The Mamas & The Papas?
Finish the lyrics from this popular TV theme song from 1965: "If not for the courage of the fearless crew..."
What is "The Minnow would be lost"