Tag: family tree

Shedding Light on the Family Tree: The Gordons have Landed

February 20, 2022

The seventh in a series of posts about my family tree.Inspired by Amy Johnson Crow’s 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks Prompt: Landed Throughout the centuries populations have migrated between countries and regions in search of something new. Whether escaping oppression or simply making a fresh start, they shore up their courage and throw caution to the … More Shedding Light on the Family Tree: The Gordons have Landed

Shedding Light on the Family Tree: My Own Little Melting Pot

February 13, 2022

The sixth in a series of posts about my family tree.Inspired by Amy Johnson Crow’s 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks Prompt: Maps A quick one this week as life got in the way of my grander plan. Maps have always been a source of fascination. In practical terms we use them to find the shortest way … More Shedding Light on the Family Tree: My Own Little Melting Pot

Shedding Light on the Family Tree: Augustine Clement ~ Inheriting a Creative Spirit

February 4, 2022

The fifth in a series of posts about my family tree.Inspired by Amy Johnson Crow’s 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks Prompt: Branching Out ~*~ Within every family there’s something beyond blood that binds them ~ you know, things that “run in the family.” For good or ill it could be a particular political view; the … More Shedding Light on the Family Tree: Augustine Clement ~ Inheriting a Creative Spirit

Shedding Light on the Family Tree: How Curiosity leads to Compassion

January 27, 2022

The fourth in a series of posts about my family tree.Inspired by Amy Johnson Crow’s 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks Prompt: Curious Family lore can be fascinating. Gather around the family circle and enjoy tales of crazy Aunt Hettie’s obsession with hiding money in odd places, or grumpy Grandpa Robert’s prolonged moments of brooding silence. … More Shedding Light on the Family Tree: How Curiosity leads to Compassion

Shedding Light on the Family Tree: A Magical Connection made by Music

January 11, 2022

The second in a series of posts about my family tree.Inspired by Amy Johnson Crow’s 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks Prompt: Favourite Find ~*~ Part of the thrill of shedding light on the family tree is discovering who’s hanging out on its numerous branches. During my meanderings I’ve located many interesting people and stories, and … More Shedding Light on the Family Tree: A Magical Connection made by Music