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Valentine – Week 6 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks
Romantic Notions of a Teenage Girl On Valentine’s Day 1970, 51 years ago, Love Story by Erich Segal was released. This best-selling novel quickly became a movie that was released in December, with wide release on Christmas day. In the … Continue reading
Kitchen – Week 5 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks
Welcome to our kitchen! Whether it’s a full-course menu with exotic ingredients, a scrumptious dessert, or Brie and apple slices, the kitchen is a magnet, drawing in people for camaraderie and conversation. Family traditions are born in the kitchen; memories … Continue reading
Favorite Photo – Week 4 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks
Ah, this week’s favorite photo comes from family reunion fare: homemade Coble pies made with fresh picked Iowa fruit. The Coble family reunions are known not only for their amazing food, but lively, entertaining conversations (after all, this is a … Continue reading
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Wordless Wednesday 1/27/21
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Namesake – Week 3 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks
It was an honor to be named for my dad’s aunt. According to my dad, the most influential person in his life was his aunt, Jacquelyn “Jacque” Watkins. This is a story of gratitude and love that came from adversity … Continue reading
Family Legend – Week 2 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks
Legend has it that the Watkins family is descended from Welsh royalty, Cunedda Wledig, King of Gwynedd (North Wales). He was also known as the Imperator (Commander) or the Warrior. Cunedda Wledig was born around 385 most likely in Cardigan, … Continue reading