A parcel arrived from overseas. Inside was a collection of family photos dating back to the 1880s. None were dated. Few were named. I immediately found my magnifying glass and plenty of sunshine and inspected them in detail. Some…
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Staying with Bristol and Welsh Back from my previous blog for the moment, what always fascinates me about research in the UK and Europe is the history. I especially love the ancient buildings that have stood the test of…
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What’s in a name? It depends on when you were born
Do you know what a back is? Or a key? I’m sure you would tell me a key is used to unlock doors, or possibly a vital clue in solving a problem. Maybe even a button on a phone…
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A week of celebrations – old and new – with many a story to tell
On a personal level, this week my family and I have or will celebrate our wedding anniversary, our daughter’s birthday, Mother’s Day and the launch of my latest book Lucy on Sunday. It’s been a busy week and watching…
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Being counted for the good of society in the future
Earlier blogs talked about the historical characters of Sarah and Martha and the tragedy of them losing so many children, and the difficulties women faced when they lost their husbands. But then women – and children – were considered,…
Happy St Patrick’s day to you all… and especially to those with Irish heritage. It’s such a fascinating history. Did you know…? Along with Patrick and Columcille, Brigid is one of three patron saints of Ireland. More recently St Brigid…
Tuesday 7 March, is census day. For me, and every other genealogist a census a crucial link to the past and the way we trace our histories and discover those who are a part of us. As a case…
Welcome to the first blog of 2023 To say the year has not started off well for many living in New Zealand is an understatement. While Te Waipounamu the South Island bathed in summer sunshine, Mother Nature showed her…
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Guaranteed New Zealand books, more books and meeting the author
I’m off on a road trip – my destination is Everything Books Tauranga where you – the reader – gets a chance to talk to authors, have your books of choice signed, learning something new about the writing process…
July has been an amazing month with several book talks, a radio interview and an addition to our orchid family. I was delighted when the local MoreFM station made contact and invited me to chat with Brent about walking…