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At Culver High in 1964, my hair had to be perfect, just in case I might run into a cute boy.

January 18, 1964 Horrible wet day….I still love Howard. Sheila called at nine o’clock in the morning. I was so tired, but got up and dressed to go with her in her pick-up truck. Jackie, Debby Correo, Sheila and I … Continue reading

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Hell Night was Hell!!!

January 11, 1964, Saturday, TERRIBLE BUT WONDERFUL DAY HELL NIGHT!! Went to Vera Groom’s and worked in her backyard for two and a half hours (for torture.) But, was black tan when I came home.  Then I cleaned our backyard! … Continue reading

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Today is the last day of pledging!!! Tomorrow night is “Hell Night.”

January 10, 1964, Friday, OK day Lannie had to take me to school because Marilyn had to go to detention.  Lannie lost the election for commission of publicity to Mark Clay.  Today is the last day of pledging!!!  Tomorrow night … Continue reading

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I’ve been wearing the same dress for a week

January 8, 1964 Wednesday, OK Day. Had a big fight with Mommy in the morning. Elective Assembly today. Fell down and skinned my hands playing Basket Ball in the gym. Had to go in after school for help in shorthand. … Continue reading

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Fosters Freeze in Culver City was Saffron’s favorite hangout

January 7, 1964 Ordinary day, kind of sad. Late to school because Mommy had to drive me, but I snuck into class. Felt hopeless today, I think I’m going to flunk History. I can’t think or do my work. Mr. … Continue reading

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