Final Interviews

I spent the day doing a few final interviews for my book. This morning I had the pleasure of talking with my dad's oldest brother, just talking about his memories of his grandparents' farm, war-time Portland, the Vanport flood and those years in Portland before I was born. Then, spent some time talking with a lady who came to Portland a few years before Grandma and Grandpa to build Victory ships as well. There's something strange and wonderful about talking with "old" folks that makes history seem real. If you get a chance, just ask some questions. It will always surprise you and it usually makes them feel good!