In this last entry of the “October is Family History Month” series we focus on you, the researcher and preserver of family history. The lone family historian who often is the only one in the family who gets a thrill out of finding lost relatives. It can be a lonely pursuit, but oh, how rewarding!…
Laughter and Superstition During an Earthquake
Though Thomas Jones was born in Australia, my Grandma swore that he was a typical Irish man. I don’t know where his parents were born, so I’ll have to take my Grandma’s word for it. He married into an Irish family. Perhaps it wore off on him. On the fateful morning of 18th of April…
Family History Month: Week Three
It’s rewarding compiling a family tree. But what’s the point if there’s no one to share it with? It is difficult at best trying to capture younger family member’s attention with video games, television, etc. as a distraction. Talk about the family history and you may get a yawn. Or, your teenage kids will roll…
Sixth Edition of Smile for the Camera: Tickle Your Funny Bone
The sixth edition of Smile for the Camera is out! The theme this time around is “Tickle Your Funny Bone”. Take a peek at the collection and get set to give a giggle or two: Tickle Your Funny Bone You can see my entry if you like: Look! It’s Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Thanks to…
I Voted Just Like my Grandmother and Great Grandmother Before Me
Last night I filled out my absentee ballot. Today it went off on on civic journey to the land of the registrar of voters. On November 4th, someone will check my signature on the back, slit the envelope open, and I will be yet another voter taking part in a historical election. I’m not the…