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FontQ: How long have you lived in Greenwich?
A: Since 1949 when I came from Ireland. My cousin and I decided we wanted to go to America, when immigration opened up in 1948. An aunt in Connecticut sponsored me.
Q: How do you think Greenwich has changed over the years?
A: Immensely. Progress has developed. The Thruway was built since then. Things were much easier. Life was simpler.
Q: Are you married? How long?
A: Yes, for 57 years to John Robert Hallock.
Q: Do you have any children? Grandchildren?
A: I have five children, nine grandchilden and one great grandchild.
Q: Are you retired?
A: Yes. I'm sitting here looking at the walls every day -- there's lots to be done but I don't have the energy.
Q: What did you do when you worked full time?
A: I took care of children when I first came over. I took care of five children on Pecksland Road.
Q: What was the most important thing you learned in your work?
A: I had different experiences. There were ups and downs, you'd have to say that. But mostly it was all good. I had a good boss and I was mostly my own boss. They traveled a lot.
Q: What was a significant memory or defining moment in your childhood?
A: I was reared on a farm so there was plenty of work. I went to Catholic school. The cows had to be milked, the pigs had to be fed.
Q: What are your main hobbies and interests?
A: I cook. I knit. I read. When I retired from that first job I cooked for this lady for more than 20 years.
Q: Do you have a favorite sport?
A: I watched all the kids play baseball, hockey and lacrosse -- it takes all my time doing that.
Q: Do you have a favorite book?
A: Mary Higgins Clark's "My Gal Sunday."
Q: Do you have a favorite work of art?
A: I'm not very artistic.
Q: What music do you listen to and what is a favorite piece of music?
A: Irish music. "When Irish Eyes are Smiling."
Q: If you could tell the president of the United States one thing, what would it be?
A: There are too many things you could say. I feel sorry for him, but I don't know what you could do for him.
Q: What achievements in your life are you most proud of?
A: Don't know of any but I've existed this long.
Q: If you had a magic wand, what would you wish for?
A: For the world to change a little, bring back employment and work.
Q: What, if anything, are you deeply concerned about?
A: I'm worried about the children and grandchildren, for their futures, as it's not easy today. My son was out of work for two years. He now has a job.
Q: Best piece of advice to give to the younger generation?
A: Mind your own business.
Q: What brings you your greatest joy?
A: When everybody is together,
Q: What are you looking forward to?
A: Going to my grandson's wedding in July -- we're going down to Florida.
