The 1940s & Beyond
The city where Nannie was born and raised.
The Bronx, NY
If Nannie is treating herself to a sweet treat, this is her absolute favorite dessert.
Chocolate Chip Cookies
What part of Ireland is Nannie's family from?
Monaghan, Ireland
The exact phrase or sign-off Nannie says every single time she hangs up the phone.
"See ya pussycat", "tootles"
" I know what Neil's is.. I gotta go"
This major international sporting event, featuring the world's best athletes, was held for the first time in four years the summer she was born (1946).
What are The Olympic Games? (London hosted the first post-war games shortly after).
Her very first job where she earned her earliest paychecks.
Babysitting in Riverdale, $15 for the week
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Saks on 34th- 9th floor- itemized material
Nannie’s go-to beverage, whether it's her morning coffee order or an evening cocktail.
The calendar month that holds the record for the most family birthdays to remember.
July (Erin, Mary Kate, Janie, Charli)
The cost of a first-class US postage stamp in her birth year, 1946.
What is 3 cents
The name of the high school Nannie attended.
Aquinas High School
The musical artist, band, or genre you'll most likely find playing on her radio.
60s music (Bee Gee's, Beatles... Bon Jovi?)
This specific family member is notoriously known for inheriting Nannie's exact stubbornness or sense of humor.
The one ingredient Nannie insists belongs in almost every single home-cooked meal she makes.
She said "they said she never cooked" " so put down.. I never cooked"
This iconic American style icon and First Lady married John F. Kennedy in 1953, when Nannie was just 7 years old.
Who is Jacqueline Kennedy (Jackie O)
The year Nannie met Papa, sparking their classic love story.
1961
Her ultimate happy place or favorite vacation destination.
Portugal, Tuscany
What year did Grandpa & Grandma McElwain come over from Ireland?
1928- Grandpa Mac
1938- Grandma Mac
The piece of classic advice Nannie gives whenever someone is going through a tough time.
" get over it"
In 1969, when Nannie was 23, millions watched this historic "giant leap for mankind" happen live on television.
What is The Apollo 11 Moon Landing
The make, model, or color of Nannie’s very first car.
Black, Oldsmobile
The hobby or activity Nannie could spend hours doing without getting bored.
Tennis, Racquetball
The name of Nannie’s very first family pet.
Joe the Dog (her dad's dog)
The television show or game show you absolutely cannot interrupt Nannie while she is watching.
Jeopardy
This popular musical group arrived from Liverpool to storm the US charts when Nannie was a teenager in 1964.
Who are The Beatles