Dick & Dena Re Traditions & Family Questions

Hey everyone!

Once again... I am doing a research project and would like to ask for any and all help I can get. I am attaching a set of questions that I'm asking each of you to take a little bit of time to cut and paste to "new" email and then answer each before sending. This project is completely anonymous and will never have your name attached to it. Only you and I will know your answers and it is strictly for a lifespan research project. Jim and/or Vaunda, I would truly like it if you would ask Grandpa these questions and also answer them for yourselves. I know these are slightly time consuming... shouldn't take more than 30-45 minutes... and they might stir some memories that you thought were long forgotten. The answers from Grandpa will be a treasure for all of us and I would like to share only his if it is ok with him. Thank you so much in advance for considering these questions and for taking time to answer them and send them back to me

Bill, the ring idea is a grand idea and I'm sure everyone here will wear theirs proudly. I'm sure for now our rings might come out of a quarter machine at Smith's... but the thought will be genuine.

We (Dick and I) are desperately in need of a vacation or at least a date with each other. One of these days we'll have to pamper each other with a candle lit dinner for two... for now we'll have to stick to the walks around the block.. they're cheaper but just as important and heart felt.

School has me by the nape of my neck and I am feeling an incredible amount of anxiety with projects due and tests to study for. The hard part is getting the family to cooperate by being quiet so I can study. I think they miss their mommy. I miss them too.

I better get back to work. Love you all bunches!

Thanks again for your help with the research.

Love,

Dena

Interview Questions
PSYC 2360
Lifespan: Adult and Aging

Gender:
Actual Age: (How old do you feel? ____)
Occupation:
Educational Level:
Marital Status:
Number of Children:

1. What was the most significant event of milestone of your life to date?

2. What single “word” would best describe your 20s? 30s? 40s? 50s? 60s? 70s? 80s? 90s?...

3. What developmental “blows,” if any, did you experience in your 20s? 30s? 40s? 50s? 60s? 70s? 80s? 90s?... How did each of these major events affect your life at that time?

4. What is your single most important “quest” or goal as you move across adulthood?

5. What has been your single most “difficult” task in adulthood?

6. Has there been a major event in “history” during your lifetime that had an effect on the outcome of your life?

7. Have you experienced any life events “unique” enough that not everyone has experienced them?

8. What do you anticipate at the closure of your lifespan?

9. What experience or event would you change about your lifespan if you could?

10. In one or two words, describe your childhood.

11. In one or two words, describe your adolescence.

12. In one or two words, describe your adulthood.

13. What has given your “resilience” or strength when you needed it?

14. Is there a motto by which you live your life philosophy?

15. Is there anything else you’d care to add to this interview?