Family History Thoughts

I wanted to start doing some family history that involves my family.  I have started with mom and dad but I really want to spend some time getting to know my sisters better.  So I am planning on once or twice a month, interviewing someone and then posting the results on this blog.  I figure this is a good place and then I don't have to start another blog.  Everyone can read it an learn something new about their daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, aunt, mom, etc.  My hopes is to compile a good number of interviews and put them into a book for everyone.  I have interviewed mom and dad and will probably post that interview soon.  But because I want to ask you to participate I thought I would ask myself a couple of questions to help you see how easy it will be.  So here we go.

My name is Amy Lee Hall Anderson.  Here is a couple questions and answers I have for you.

1.  What is my best talent?

I think one of my best talents is sewing.  I know I have many others but right now I am becoming a better sewer ever day.

2. Name the schools that you attended.

Ridgecrest elementary, Butler Middle School, Brighton High School, Snow College, University of Utah

3.  What lessons did you learn from your mother?

To be creative.  To be willing make do with what you have.  To be willing to serve others.

4.  Tell me about the closest friend you had in childhood.

My best friend was Amy Green (Russell).  She and I were inseparable for many years, and for years after we were married kept in touch.  We shared a common name but we also were able to know how to help each other.  We just had a common bond that kept us together.  I sometimes don't remember why we were such good friends but I know that it was kind of like having a kindred spirit that knew you better then most people.  We even shared a room in college.  I remember it was pretty hard for me when she got married, but she jokingly said that I was her best "girl" friend and that Jon was her best "boy" friend.  That seem to work and Jon always accepted me into their friendship.  I miss her and pray her family is doing well.

5.  What was your first job? 

My first job was at Little Caesar's pizza.  It was a good job.  I remember that I got the job because my friend worked there and when I walked in the manager saw my smile and I think I was hired pretty much on the spot.  They were evaluated by how friendly their employees were to the "secret" shopper.  I know there was a couple times when I wasn't scheduled to be on the register that I was pulled from dish duty or making pizza and put up front because the shopper was in the store.  I'm pretty sure we got good evaluations every time because I always smiled and was super nice to the "shopper".  Although I know I was generally nice to everyone that came in, I have had people skills that have helped me a lot in situations like these.  In working there I also met my first boyfriend, Chuck Slezak, but that is a whole different conversation.

See the questions are not difficult and are actually fun to think about.  So when do we want to start this?  I would like to interview someone next Sunday.  Let me know if you are interested.  Otherwise I will just call around.  I think it would be more fun if we can do it on Skype.  That way the kids can get involved.  I may even have Kirsten do some of the interviewing so that she can get to know her grandparents, aunts and uncles.

Thanks for listening, until next time.  LOVE YOU!!!