Kylspr’s opinions

We used the wizard writer in class today.

We had a lot of fun today when our senior citizens came along for a reunion tea. We baked for them of course. It was a lot of fun. You can read about my senior citizens project at the bottom of this page.

Hello. We have been creating introductory messages using extranormal.com. Please click at the bottom of the picture to listen to mine.

Kylspr interviewed a senior citizen called Rod. This is what I found out about Rod. When you have read this information, pleaee tell me about a senior citizen that you know. in the comment box.

Hi, my name is Rod Campbell.

Rod as a child
I grew up in Durban and remember living with my Gran and mother. My father served in the army during World War 2 and my mom worked as a clerk and stayed at home. Many people did what would be called basic jobs today like baking, mechanics, store clerks and assistants. I was very ill as a child with asthma and remember playing with mechano sets, my teddy and reading comics. I enjoyed taking train trips to the South Coast from Johannesburg.

Rod at Primary School
I went to Primrose East, Germiston and later Boksburg High School. I had to catch a train or bus or even walk to get to school. Schools were very basic and the boys and girls had separate playgrounds. We got homework in all our subjects (English, History, Geography, Arithmetic and Science). I played in the school band and played cricket, marbles and tops. Naughty children were dealt with very severely and disciplined by caning and detention.

Rod as a teenager
I had many hobbies and interests as a teenager. I collected comics and Dinky cars and Britain solders. I even built up an old car and made 8mm movies. We used to listen to the radio and I enjoyed Elvis, jazz and classical music. I liked to watch MGM Musicals, Biblical epics and cartoons. We didn’t have cell phones in those days and my friends and I contacted each other with drums and smoke signals. I went on my first date when I was 18 or 19 (there’s no such thing as a perfect date) and we used to go to movies or parents house. I met my wife at a church youth camp.

How has South Africa changed since Rod was a child?
South Africa has changed drastically for the worst. There is more crime, violence and the moral standards have dropped.

Did Rod know his own grandparents?
My grandmother was a wonderful mentor. I never knew my grandfather but I had a wonderful godfather. I am from Welsh and Irish descent. I never knew the Campbell grandparents.

What advice can Rod give to help us in our lives?
The best advice that I can give is to always be truthful, honest and faithful. Live a life honouring to God.

What remedies and herbs were popular when Rodwas a child?
Old remedies included castor oil, Vicks, Borstol and honey.

Any stories Rod can tell about his childhood?
As a young teenager, I spent many happy hours playing on the mine dumps in the Transvaal (Gauteng), flying kites and playing “klei lat”.