Assignment.  Interview an older relative (>60 yrs of age).  Ask them about how their leisure activities have changed since childhood and what prompted those changes.  You will need to prepare a lis

1. Do you do any aerobic activity or exercise?

“No”

1. What helps you relieve stress?

“I don’t know…I don’t get stressed out too much. I guess gambling (video poker at her favorite small local casino), gardening, and shopping. Only you, and John, and the boys stress me out.” (laughs)

1. What would say is the factor or factors that effect your social activity?

“Just don’t be wanting to do anything…nothing effects it. Look, just put having a companion. “

1. What did you do as a child at playtime?

“Ohh climb trees, made mud cakes, fought with my siblings (1 of 6), and ride bikes.”

1. In your teens were you involved in sports or dance teams?

“Yea…I did cheerleading and pep squad.”

1. Have u always liked to play Solitaire?

“No, that actually started in my college years.”

1. What accommodations, if any, would like to have in your community to increase your physical activity?

“I don’t know because I really don’t be wanting to do anything.” (laughter)

1. What extracurricular activities were you involved in while attending college?

“My sorority…the AKA’s (Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc.)….I’ve still kept in touch with some of my Sorors.”

1. What do you think is the reason for my generation or your grandkids generation lack in physical activity?

“Well of course Reesie all the new electronics! We didn’t have all that back in my day!” (laughter)

1. Are you satisfied with your leisure time and socializing activities?

“The only thing I’d like to do more is travel! Ok, did I pass the test?!” (laughter)

Notes:

DOB: 2/1/1955; Baby Boomer generation; mother of two; my Mother in Law; resides in Moreauville,LA; Graduated from Grambling State University-B.A. in Industrial Management ; interview conducted over the phone(1:14p-1:25p); has high blood pressure managed with medication and diet, otherwise in good health