How many of you have ever encountered a child that seems to find himself in trouble without any trouble at all? Lucky for her, my daughter was 2-years old when my son was born. If he had been born first, I'm not sure I would have had any more. "That sounds...
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The Jock River flows very lazily through Richmond, Ontario, my home town. It did a poor job of living up to the nickname everyone gave it - "the mighty Jock". Nevertheless, parents warned children not to stray too close for fear of them falling in. My mother told me never to...
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"In the Living Years" Mike and the Mechanics Every generation Blames the one before And all of their frustrations Come beating on your door I know that Im a prisoner To all my father held so dear I know that Im a hostage To all his hopes and fears I just...
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Home where Charlie Hyatt was born. Charlie Hyatt at left edge, in front of family home where he was born in Hyatt's Mills, taken in 1903. Back row: Eva Saunders, Mary Saunders (John Saunder's sisters). Aunt Maud, Uncle Harry (Charlie's sister and brother). Front row: Charlie, Aunt Annie (wife of John...
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Charlie Hyatt was one of seven children born to Stephen Allan Hyatt and Amelia Caroline Sanders Hyatt who married on August 9th, 1865 in Huntingville Universalist and built their home in Hyatt'’s Mills. Steven and Amelia's seven children were John W., born January 11, 1868; Allan S., born January 16, 1873;...
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Mother's parents were Maria Brunton & John William Johnson Jr. Maria’'s story begins in northern England, in the tiny village of Staveley, county of Yorkshire. She was the firstborn of seven children to parents Jane Farmery and John Brunton, a farmer, on Mary 21st, 1860 in Staveley, Yorkshire and named...
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When someone you love becomes a memory That memory becomes a treasure!
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It is indeed a desirable thing to be well descended, but the glory belongs to our ancestors.
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Mother worked from age 15 in other people’s homes; most memorable were the Smith Estate and the Cochrane Estate where each meal she helped prepare was usually seven courses and after the meal, she'd serve coffee in the parlor. She was also the seamstress for the families and would sew party...
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A mother holds her child's hand for a short while, but their hearts forever.
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During the war Mother knit socks, mittens, and scarves for the sailors overseas. She sewed stuffed animals for the Red Cross and many of her gifts are still treasured by family and friends. She was also talented in quilting, crocheting, and making rugs. She crocheted my favorite granny square afghan. She...
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My Great Grandmother Laura Jane Libbey, daughter of Dr. Benjamin Libbey and Susan (Sukey) Demerit, was born January 25, 1815 in Compton, Quebec. Her family moved from New Hampshire to Goshen Gore, Vermont around the year of her birth. Great Grandfather John Sanders was born on September 11, 1818 also in...
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Great Grandparents John Brunton Jr. and Jane (Farmery) Brunton were Grandmother Maria Brunton'’s parents. Jane parents were Thomas Farmery (1776 - Jan 9, 1843) and Maria Hoyle (1796 - ?). Grandfather Farmery's birthplace is unknown but his three marriages took place in Ripon. His third wife, Maria Hoyle, was born in...
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Amelia Caroline (Sanders) Hyatt was the daughter of John Sanders II and Laura Jane Libbey and descendant of Betsey Webb, Azariah Webb, Joshua Webb, Hannah Ripley, Hahhah Bradford, William Bradford IV, Governor William Bradford III. Amelia was born December 15, 1843 in Compton, Quebec and died November 14th, 1931 in Moe's...
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You already know how valuable a family story can be. It can bring back memories, shape our character, build self esteem and strengthen our family. But did you know there is a way you can preserve these stories in a book, along with your photos? Heritage Makers is an online publishing company that...
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KURTIS THE STOCK BOY AND BRENDA THE CHECKOUT GIRL In a supermarket, Kurtis the stock boy, was busily working when a new voice came over the loud speaker asking for a carry out at register 4. Kurtis was almost finished, and wanted to get some fresh air, and decided to...
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A Curious Lesson "I don't like it here!" declares Dana*, her measured pacing keeping tempo with her anxious words, "I want to go back to the other place?" I'm confused. It's not unusual for Dana to feel restless toward the evening hours, but this is mid-afternoon. "What other place, Miss...
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I lost my two best friends in 2008. It was not a great year. Early in November I got an eamil from my old friend Brian's wife telling me Brian passed away the previous week from a sudden heart attack. It was devastating news. I hadn't talked to...
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