Picnic Culture: Patio Party

Suburban Chicago, June 1965. My Parents host my Godmother, my Godfather, their respective spouses, and Mr. John. My Godmother wears the pink dress; my Godfather stands behind her.

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Suburban Chicago, June 1965. By Dusk, my paternal Grandmother, Tatjana, and my Godfather's Mother-in-law have joined the group. My Godfather holds a piece of artwork that I made for him.

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Suburban Chicago, June 1965. I get a hug from my beautiful Godmother. My Godfather flashes his memorable smile.