“Your mom was just like you when she was growing up -- exactly like you...”

Michael Bergroth to his granddaughter, Kaycee Bauer.

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Recorded in New York, NY

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Produced by Sarah Kramer.

Facilitated by Karen DiMattia.

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Interview transcript

Kaycee Bauer (KB): What was my mom like growing up?

Michael Bergroth (MB): Your mom was just like you when she was growing up. Exactly like you. You're a duplicate of her. She wanted everything perfect. She told everyone what to do.

KB: Was she well behaved?

MB: Kind of. Like you.

KB: Do you remember any songs that you used to sing to her?

MB: Yes, I used to sing a German song to her.

KB: Can you sing it now?

MB: Ok, I don't have a good voice, but I'll sing it to you.

(he sings)

KB: What does it mean?

MB: It means, go to sleep little girl. Your mother is a monkey. Your father is in Pomeland(???) And if you behave everything will be fine. Go to sleep little girl, go to sleep little girl.