S2 Ep4: Barbara Walters Stole My Dog?

Things are not always what they seem . . .

Trust me. My Irish Catholic Mom found no “joy” in cooking.
Shaking The Bushes podcast host, Elly McGuire, age ten-ish - in her Catholic school uniform - a navy blue jumper with a short sleeve white blouse underneath and a plaid navy blue bow tie on her way to school on her Raleigh bike - circa 1964.
Catholic school uniforms, nuns & bake sales. Dem’ were days!
Podcast host, Elly McGuire's mom leaning against a tree - posing in full World War 2 army uniform - army green jacket with brass buttons down the middle, skirt, hat and pocketbook. and not flattering ugly army shoes.
Mom went to war . . . not cooking school.
Podcast host, Elly McGuire's mom next to the front door of her home with a wreath hanging on it - posing with her "sweet smelling" Aunt Alice.
Mom with sweet smelling Aunt Alice.
Future Podcaster
Circa 1969
Elly McGuire

Author of the children’s book, Schmitty The Weather Dog:Daydream and the forthcoming memoir, Shaking The Bushes, Elly also shares favorite stories and observations podcasting from the library in her hometown of Warwick, Rhode Island.