Helen Kennedy enjoyed a rich life of teaching around the world.

Helen Kennedy retired in 2004 after her long career as a teacher. She began her work in Chapel Hill and New York City, then Department of Defense schools took her to Turkey, Japan, Germany, England and Puerto Rico. For Fearrington...

Recording – 05-22-2024 12:14:21

Jenna (14) and her FCS teacher Kate Myers (63) talking about life.

Olivia’s grandmother Andrea discusses her Minnesota upbringing and the beautiful possibilities of rekindled love.

18-year-old Olivia interviews her 80-year-old grandma Andrea about her upbringing in Minnesota. Andrea reminisces about her enduring 50 years of marriage and her unexpected revival of an old friendship. At the end, Andrea closes the discussion with the mark she...

Impact of marriage

Josephine Sheeran interviews Marty Towey about how marriage has impacted her life. She discusses the joys and challenges of marrying a man 13 years older.

Dub Dating & Eloping With Marty

Dub describes dating, falling in love, and eloping with Marty.

Growing up Icelandic

We discussed Bertha’s childhood and growing up in Florida. We then talked about her life as an adult and a teacher. Bertha (76) Ella (16)

2004 – Loren & Veneta Lesher

Loren (94) and Veneta (90) Lesher have been married 71 years. They are sharing stories from each year of their marriage which took place in 1953. This interview covers the year 2004.

2003 – Loren & Veneta Lesher

Loren (94) and Veneta (90) Lesher have been married 71 years. They are sharing stories from each year of their marriage which took place in 1953.

Barbi Fisher with Joseph William Eyles

Barbi Fisher discusses: her experiences growing up in Albany, GA and attending Dougherty County schools; her 31 years as a classroom teacher in three Dougherty County high schools; and her current work preparing teachers for the classroom.

Teaching Geography using a room size map painted on the floor

Dean Mathias interviewed by wife Deb Mathias about teaching geography using painted color world map on classroom floor.

2002 – Loren & Veneta Lesher

Loren (94) and Veneta (90) Lesher have been married 71 years. They are sharing stories from each year of their marriage which took place in 1953. This interview covers the year 2002.

2001 – Loren & Veneta Lesher

Loren (94) and Veneta (90) Lesher have been married 71 years. They are sharing stories from each year of their marriage which took place in 1953. This interview covers the year 2001.

2000 – Loren & Veneta Lesher

Loren (94) and Veneta (90) Lesher have been married 71 years. They are sharing stories from each year of their marriage which took place in 1953. This recording covers the year 2000.

1999 – Loren & Veneta Lesher

Loren (age 94) and Veneta (age 90) Lesher have been married 71 years. They are sharing stories from each year of their marriage which took place in 1953. This recording covers the year 1999.

1998 – Loren & Veneta Lesher

Loren (94) and Veneta (90) have been married 71 years. They are sharing stories from each year of their marriage which took place in 1953. This interview covers the year 1998.

1997 – Loren & Veneta Lesher

Loren (94) and Veneta (90) have been married 71 years. They are sharing stories from each year of their marriage which took place in 1953. This interview covers the year 1997.

1996 – Loren & Veneta Lesher

Loren (age 94) and Veneta (age 90) have been married 71 years. They are sharing stories from each year of their marriage which took place in 1953. This interview covers the year 1996.

GRCC Voices, Jany and Paul

During the Golden Raider event for retirees, I had the privilege of speaking with a former GRCC staff member, Paul, about their journey at the school. They shared insightful anecdotes about their time, highlighting the impact GRCC had on their...

Joseph William Eyles and Don Howard

Don Howard discusses: his experiences growing up in Albany, GA and attending Dougherty County schools; his careers in the mental health field and then as a high school teacher and coach; and his travels to all seven continents.

Grandma Patsy and Me

In this recording, Gabby Adesso (14) interviews her grandma, Patricia (Patsy) Adesso (74). They discuss Patsy’s life, love, and lessons for future generations.

Loretta and Teresa – 4/19/24

Family friends Teresa (18) and Loretta (83) discuss growing up in New York City and her relationship with her husband, Rueben.