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Mary takes us back to the late 1960s, fresh out of high school, when a spontaneous invitation leads her and two friends to the Mexico City Olympics. What starts as an exciting international trip turns into a week of unexpected moments—unlicensed chauffeurs, surprise Olympic tickets, and a family drama straight out of Cinderella. In this episode, Mary shares the humor, shock, and cultural lessons that shaped her early independence.
By Jim BrattonMary takes us back to the late 1960s, fresh out of high school, when a spontaneous invitation leads her and two friends to the Mexico City Olympics. What starts as an exciting international trip turns into a week of unexpected moments—unlicensed chauffeurs, surprise Olympic tickets, and a family drama straight out of Cinderella. In this episode, Mary shares the humor, shock, and cultural lessons that shaped her early independence.