Monthly Archives: October 2013

The Beatles – I saw Her Standing There….. Looking too perfect, intimidated boys and left me standing there alone.

Posted on October 19, 2013 by saffronsrule

March 25,1964, Wednesday. Pretty much fun t get away. (Howard gets his car back today.) Got off about 10:00. Got to Crestline about 1:00. We stopped to get antifreeze in the car and eat. Everyone named me Barbie Doll, because … Continue reading →

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March 24, 1964. Tuesday. Donna’s 15th Birthday. Saffrons going to Crestline. Well, we didn’t go. But was glad cause I wasn’t ready to go anyway. Took all my Capris and blouses to be cleaned yesterday and couldn’t pick them up … Continue reading →

Posted on October 18, 2013 by saffronsrule | Leave a comment

The Supremes “Come See About Me,” was my song, while waiting for Howard to come back to me

Posted on October 17, 2013 by saffronsrule

March 23, 1964, Monday. Busy Day. Leaving for Crestline Tomorrow. Mom and Dad came home last night. They had a great time on their trip to San Francisco, but, Dad looked sick. Rained all day. Had my car radio fixed … Continue reading →

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March 22, 1964. Sunday. Fun night, almost got killed going down Tull Hill. Went driving with Lauri and her friends. We drove by Lew’s. Three boy’s were standing out front of the house. I went nuts. I would be busted … Continue reading →

Posted on October 17, 2013 by saffronsrule | Leave a comment

The Marketts – Surfer’s Stomp….. Surfer Stomp was a dance craze in California in the early 60’s when surf rock was popular.

Posted on October 16, 2013 by saffronsrule

March 21 Saffron Bake Sale. Saturday. Didn’t make up with Howard, guess we never will. Was planning on going to the beach, but was too cold, so went to the Saffron Bake Sale. We made almost $20.00. Angie K, Judy … Continue reading →

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Almost got kicked out of the dance at Pali High for wearing Sexy Capris

Posted on October 14, 2013 by saffronsrule

March 20, 1964, Friday. Didn’t think of Howard all today. I want someone new. (Palisades) Last day of school. Next week is Easter Vacation. We’re all going to Crestline Tuesday With the Saffrons. Talent Assembly was good. Butch M. sang … Continue reading →

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March 19,1964, Thursday. OK day. Looking forward to Saturday. Hope he talks to me. Mom and Dad called. Lauri walked down the hill, so I took her to school. It was cold today, sure hope it doesn’t stat this way, … Continue reading →

Posted on October 12, 2013 by saffronsrule | Leave a comment

Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, by Neil Sedaka was everyone’s favorite break up song in 1964

Posted on October 12, 2013 by saffronsrule

March 18, 1964, Wednesday. Wonder if we are through for good. Had to take the Station Wagon to school. Wasn’t as hot as yesterday. If it’s hot tomorrow, we’re ditching and going to the beach. I still love Howard, but … Continue reading →

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Listened to the Kingsmen singing Louie Louie on the radio, tried to figure out the dirty words.

Posted on October 10, 2013 by saffronsrule

March 17, 1964, Hot day. Think we’ll make up Saturday. Saffron Club Night. (St. Patrick’s Day) Today was the most bitchen day of the year. It was 85 degrees. We’re going to ditch school maybe Thursday or Friday and go … Continue reading →

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The Supremes – Where Did Our Love Go…I think I force these breakups just to makeup again.

Posted on October 9, 2013 by saffronsrule

March 16, 1964, Sad Day. Mom and Dad’s 19th Anniversary. They’re leaving for San Francisco. Couldn’t sleep all night. Kept waking up and thinking of us being finished. My heart hurt so bad and I got pains in my stomach. Why … Continue reading →