Tales of a Family

The Key to my Heart

Published on January 17, 2019January 17, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant7 Comments

“Most of us have nicknames—annoying, endearing, embarrassing.
But what about your true name?
It is not necessarily your given name. But it is the one to which you are most eager to respond when called.
Ever wonder why?
Your true name has the secret power to call you.”
― Vera Nazarian, The Perpetual Calendar of Inspiration

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The Classic Nickname

Published on January 16, 2019January 15, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant14 Comments

What nicknames have you ever received or given? Did your dad call you Slugger or Princess? Did your younger sibling mispronounce your name, so you were stuck with your own special tag? Or maybe a coach or a teacher provided you with an amusing moniker. Share your tales here!

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Now, That’s a Strange Name

Published on January 15, 2019January 15, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant6 Comments

This strange ancestor lived to be 88 years old, and he fathered 17 children. At the time of his death, he had over 280 grandchildren, well when including grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren! What a legacy!

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Marie Rollet: Pioneer of Quebec

Published on January 13, 2019January 15, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant3 Comments

Upon her arrival, Marie toiled alongside her husband and helped care for the sick and tend to their farm. She was also interested in the indigenous people of the area and worked to improve the relationship between the native people and the settlers.

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Naughty Epistles and Angel Wings

Published on January 10, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant10 Comments

Grabbing the small box and my keys, I plopped down in the rocking chair. Using my house key, I scored along the tape, so I could peel back the layers of paper and unearth the surprise she had sent me.

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My Tales Writing Challenge 2019

Published on January 6, 2019January 6, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant5 Comments

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Louis Gaston Hébert: Early Settler of Quebec

Published on January 6, 2019January 13, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

The determined man’s hard work and dedication became evident in the colony. His medical services, his farming accomplishments, and his relationship with the indigenous people of the area helped the settlement thrive and flourish.

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52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks 2019

Published on January 3, 2019January 13, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

Well I am ready for another writing challenge, and this year I will be following Amy Johnson Crow’s 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks. Looking forward to discovering more about my family and their tales.

The January Prompts
Week 1 (January 1-7): First ~ Louis Gaston Hébert: Early Settler of Quebec
Week 2 (January 8-14): Challenge ~ Marie Rollet: Pioneer of Quebec
Week 3 (January 15-21): Unusual Name
Week 4 (January 22-28): I’d Like to Meet
Week 5 (January 29-February 4): At the Library

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Coffee Share 181228

Published on December 29, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant4 Comments

For her parents sake, I hope I’ve created a monster.

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Christmas Magic

Published on December 29, 2018December 29, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

This ninety-five-year-old main street theatre was once the venue for Broadway productions, silent films, and burlesques shows. It sits in the center of the village, complete with a marquee, lobby, and balcony.

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