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In this interview, conducted in December 2019 in Cicero, Illinois, me Evelyn Alejos age 17 interviews my dad Jose Alejos age 45. I interview him about his religious beliefs as being young and now till date. The effects it had...

This is an interview with my dad in which we discuss his military service, childhood, and me (his daughter).

What was we talk about was thing about my mom

Janet Merrill is a loving woman who is persistent and loved by all.

In this interview I was talking to my mom, we talked about her life as a kid, experiences she had, and she talked about lessons she learned.

talked about our relationship and how we met during quarantine

Today I interviews my grandma who is 90 years old. She tells me what it was like in her childhood and living in a small town, and what she wants to be remembered for.

My Grandma talks about growing up on a farm in a small town.

Kincaid siblings talk about their early life in Greenview, IL.

Thom (42) Aubrey (38)

Me and my grandpa Richard Riha talked about his life story on Monday April 23rd 2018. He told me how he lived it and what made it great and what made his life worth living is definitely the family he...

This interview was conducted November 24, 2018 in Springfield Illinois. In this interview I learned about my Great Uncle Ron’s childhood. I also learned about our ancestors coming to America way back when. He also gave advice about life, growing...

Joe Zettek tells Jan Stone-Paris about his work, army life, marriage and family.

Life in the rural South in the 40s and 50s. Family, love and life.

Kelly Johnson, Principal of St. Bede the Venerable, is interviewed by her students about raising a family in Evergreen Park, IL. She has many fond memories.

Life back in day, COVID and fears

Sharon and Andy Allison were discussing their youth, where they lived, their marriage and up to moving into Indian Head Park, interviewed by Tom Hinshaw

I, Kamryn Michael, ask my aunt questions about her childhood, school, career, motherhood, and how she wants to be remembered.

“Family is Family” these are the words of Kitzi Ball. To her, family means everything. She goes out of her way to please her family and to spend time with them. She stands up for what she believes in and...

Spouses-to-be Denise Kaczmarek (60) and Betsy Iversen (62) reflect on their shared relationship and their respective connections to the Lake Geneva area.

Kevin Spradlin explains his life in the military. Though his serving time was shorter than most, it was eventful, memorable, and deserves a huge thanks.

I learned that there were a lot less restrictions in the past and no one really cared that much

Finding out you’re adopted and your reactions

In this recording, a mother and son discuss how Alice Walker’s novel provides unique and interesting perspectives on this issues of rape, abusive relationships, and sexuality.

Photo is from the "meeting at the park" referenced in the story. Full story at www.macolon2.blogspot.com.