Nancy Walton:  

It all started back at Tinicum where I met the kids who I would grow up with me during the 60's. I really loved the 60's - Flower Power, bell bottoms and the Beatles. I transferred to Nockamixon (serious protest) and loved gym, recess especially good at dodgeball. I remember the Violin teacher Mrs. Youngblood, and learning un petite pur French from one of our teachers in 5th grade, I also remember some bully named Kathy???? (she was 4th grade) Klyda Hutchins and Sharbet Wringley were my friends and made childhood bearable. Most of what I remember was not very fond memories of my school years, esp. ever since I touched an art object of Jean Stanley's where I suddenly got 'cooties' - that and a nickname of "Wally Gator" by Houseworth? That was so painful to be outcasted like that when all I wanted and what all kids want is to be accepted and part of their peer group. In High school I had a crush on Jeff Mease, but he was dissuaded by a whisper in his ear by Jim. (and again at the last reunion before this one from his sister) I also had a secret crush on Perry Fretz - (it's not a secret now) but back then who didn't? He was crowded at every lunch. Well thank god for Choir! I felt I was part of something greater. Charles Hansen was our teacher. I loved singing. Most of you who knew me back then might not have known or been aware that I was painfully sensitive, somewhat introver...Expand for more