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Wordless Wednesday 10/20/21

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Jacque
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Changes – Week 41 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Jacque

Coming to America Life is full of changes; nothing stays static even when we wish it to. One of the greatest changes in life that a person may experience is moving. It can be very stressful when it occurs because … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday 10/13/21

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Jacque
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Preservation – Week 40 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks

Posted on October 8, 2021 by Jacque

Preservation Hall – Preserving Traditional Jazz Gary and I had a wonderful opportunity to visit Preservation Hall in New Orleans as part of a special jazz experience. Gary Coble received the first ever Music Teacher Recognition award given by the … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday 10/6/21

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Jacque
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Steps – Week 39 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks

Posted on October 2, 2021 by Jacque

Don’t Forget the Steps Families may come in different configurations. This is a photo of my grandmother, Alta Jones Watkins (she was my father’s stepmother), me holding my sister Angelina (who is the daughter of my mother and my stepfather, … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday 9/29/21

Posted on September 29, 2021 by Jacque
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Fun and Games – Week 38 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks

Posted on September 25, 2021 by Jacque

Joie de Vivre Barbara Henrietta Anthony Stockschlaeder Guinn had a flair for the dramatic. Barbara was born June 21, 1893 in La Crosse, Wisconsin to John and Gertrude Anthony. The family moved to San Bernardino, California shortly after my grandmother … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday 9/22/21

Posted on September 22, 2021 by Jacque
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On the Farm – Week 37 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks

Posted on September 16, 2021 by Jacque

From Farm to Table Back in earlier days, cuisine was determined by geography and climate. The spices, vegetables, and proteins that were readily available were used to develop unique flavor profiles that were handed down. Food preparation traditions and customs … Continue reading →

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