After graduating from St. Teresa's Academy in Boise, Rose met Robert E. Dick.  They were married in 1941, just before Robert was sent overseas for World War II.  She describes what Boise was like during the Great Depression and the second world war.  Rose was a member of the Independiente Sociale, an organization of Basque women that raised money and brought food to people in need.

Rose sees a bright future for the Basque culture in the United States.  She feels a strong connection to her heritage, and works to maintain the Basque community in Boise.