Family Stories – Page 2 – Tales of a Family

November Themes

Published on November 16, 2019November 16, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant6 Comments

After some troubles, including some glitches with the internet, I believe Tales is back up and running. Sorry for the delay…Annie

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The Case of the Lost and Found Grandma

Published on October 30, 2019November 6, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant3 Comments

If she had been murdered or kidnapped, something would have been mentioned in the local newspaper. Heck, at the time, newspapers printed everyone’s business: who’s visiting whom, who’s been hospitalized, and who’s up to no good. However, when it came to Alice (Manley) Cole, the newspapers were strangely silent. Maybe family lore was correct. However, since someone rarely disappears without a trace, I asked myself once again, “What happened to Alice?”

KTC has the most colorful and unique family tree, and her family tale about The Case of the Lost and Found Grandma is no exception. Enjoy.

Not Forgotten

Published on October 13, 2019October 13, 2019 by Ann Marie BryantLeave a comment

Mac held Inga’s hand as they slowly made their way up to dirt road to the graveyard. Inga was not going to be able to do this much longer. The doctor had already told her that she needed to consider exercise that she could do safely at home. The doctor had also mentioned to Mac that he should also look for any opportunity for Inga to exercise her memory.

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October Themes

Published on October 13, 2019October 13, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant9 Comments

For October, the themes include family tales and scary stories. Enjoy and happy writing.

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Ordering Babies From the Montgomery Ward Catalog

Published on September 21, 2019September 22, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant15 Comments

“Where do babies come from?” Mom, in all her quirky and wonderful wisdom, had those tales covered for each stage of life. For the littles, her tales were many and delighted each one of us, no matter how often we heard her stories.

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IDK, What Do You Want To Do

Published on September 2, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

I came away with my own answer to the question of what I wanted to do that day. I wanted to keep living carefree days just like this one, for as long as possible.

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September Themes

Published on September 2, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

Water Adventures

Published on August 2, 2019 by Ann Marie BryantLeave a comment

My family was big on almost anything having to do with playing in the water. We romped with wild abandon at Petaluma’s new huge pool where (sadly) they used to have 4 diving boards with a 12 foot deep end to dive into. The diving boards are gone, and with them went one more tool for making great childhood memories. Here’s what our diving boards looked like.

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In Over my Head

Published on July 24, 2019July 25, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant10 Comments

“So, what, just try it. C’mon, Honey!” My granddaughter challenged.
The tilt of her head, the gleam in her eyes, and the smile on her face was a dare all on its own.

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Fourth of July Memory

Published on July 22, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant3 Comments

The Fourth of July brings the pride of America to the forefront. No matter what the flavor or tone of the political scene, July 4th is every American’s birthday party. Lucky for us the forefathers declared independence in the summer when days are ripe for picnics, parades, and spangly celebrations.

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