Growing Up
What hospital was Grammy born in?
I was born in the Idaho Falls Hospital. It was by the temple, but has since been torn down.
Where did Grammy meet Grandpa?
I met Boyd in the dental office. He came in with a toothache, and I was a dental assistant.
What year did Grammy graduate high school?
I graduated in 1974. Top ten of my class, which is not that great because there were only 56 who graduated.
What is Grammy's favorite color?
My favorite color is probably shades of pink. I do love shades of blue as well.
What is something I'm known for always misplacing?
My PHONE!
Name all of Grammy's siblings.
My siblings are: oldest Mary Lou, next Kathleen, only boy, Kenneth, Baby Koralee!
Where did Grammy and Grandpa go on their first date?
Our first date was to his work Christmas party. It was at the Elks Lodge in Idaho Falls. He looked very handsome!
Who was Grammy's favorite singer (or band) growing up?
I really enjoyed listening to Bread. (Went to see Toast In Idaho Falls. Bread revisited.) Also loved Karen Carpenter.
What is Grammy's favorite dessert?
My favorite dessert?! Too many to name. Maybe Lemon or Chocolate pie.
What is a phrase Grammy says all the time?
"Life is interesting."
Who was Grammy's best friend as a child?
My best friend growing up, and still is one of my favorites, Janet Landon.
Name two cities Grammy & Grandpa lived in besides Shelley.
Besides Shelley, we have lived in Blackfoot (Rose) and Boise.
What was a popular activity the Taylor Family would always do?
We usually just worked. Went on a few family outings nearby ( Yellowstone, Red Fish Lake, Jackson) and took a couple of family vacations.
What is Grammy's favorite movie?
My overall favorite movie is Sound of Music. I have watched it many times.
What is something Grammy wishes she had learned how to do?
I wish I had learned how to feel confident in myself, still do.
What was Grammy's favorite subject in school?
My favorite subject in school was probably English. Certainly not math....
What was the best part and the hardest part about raising your little kids?
The best was that Grammy always liked being with her kids! She liked spending time with her kids. Other moms were happy when their kids went back to school...not Grammy!
Hardest part was just doubting herself; was she being a good enough mom?
What was Grammy's favorite TV show when she was younger?
We did not get a television until I was a little older. I liked Bewitched, and the Ed Sullivan Show.
What is Grammy's favorite hobby?
My favorite hobby is probably sewing, although I like to crochet and play the piano.
What time does Grammy usually wake up and then go to bed?
I usually wake up around 8:00am (plus or minus). I go to bed around 10:00 or 11:00pm.
What was Grammy's High School mascot?
I was proudly a Firth Cougar.
What family vacation did Grammy love the most?
I loved Disneyland/Knotts Berry Farm and Seattle/Victoria Canada. I always have loved being together.
What major historical event happened when Grammy was a teenager?
Man walked on the moon. 1969
What is Grammy's favorite place she's traveled to?
My favorite trip has been going to Europe. We were able to go to Germany, Poland, Switzerland, Italy, and France. (This was 2 separate trips.)
Where is a place Grammy would still love to travel to?
Right now, with situations around the world, I am interested in doing overnight or day trips. In a perfect world, I would have liked to visit the United Kingdom.