Grandparents make our world a joyous place. This week write about a grandparent that has touched your life, or write about an intriguing grandparent from long ago. Share your tales and discoveries here. Continue reading “The Joy of Grandparents”
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A Dog and Her Boy
They don’t live as long as you do and they don’t go without taking a slice of your soul with them.
“A Dog and Her Boy” takes us back in time when life’s adventures created memorable moments that grow sweeter with time. It’s a story about a grandfather’s love and a gift that created an unbreakable bond between a boy and his dog. Come read this warm tale about the escapades of a young boy and his loyal companion. Continue reading “A Dog and Her Boy”
Free
Do you have a favorite family tale? Or do you want to share your latest findings? This week it is writer’s choice. Have fun, and don’t forget to share. Continue reading “Free”
And Baby Makes Five Part II
Surprised, Harold just stared at his wife.
As the mother cuddled her newborn, her heart swelled with love for this precious new life. She breathed in his sweet baby scent and held him closer. “Little Billy,” she cooed. The name just did not sit well with the new mom. “You just do not look like a Billy.” As she held the baby close, her husband walked into her hospital room. Continue reading “And Baby Makes Five Part II”
And Baby Makes Five
Although the woman and her family looked forward to baby number five, one complication existed. Her parents and her sisters did not know she was expecting. Once she started showing, the woman faded from public view and stayed hidden from her family. Continue reading “And Baby Makes Five”
Keeping Secrets
Do you have a family secret? Well, spill the beans and share your story here! Continue reading “Keeping Secrets”
A Call to Fame
Fame was the calling card for this week’s writing challenge, and I had two fellow bloggers participate in this adventure. Honestly, it was fun writing and reading about those relatives that grabbed headlines and made history. Continue reading “A Call to Fame”
Amelia Mary Earhart: Flying Solo
One family member who found herself in a sticky situation was Amelia Mary Earhart. As one of the leading pioneers for women aviators, she disappeared on a global flight on July 2, 1937. Although many searched for her, she was never found.
Amelia Mary Earhart was born on July 24, 1897 in Atchison, Kansas to Samuel “Edwin” Staton Earhart and Amelia “Amy” Otis Earhart. Amelia and her younger sister, Grace, were tomboys who liked to play and explore the neighborhood. They would catch bugs, climb trees, and they enjoyed racing on sleds in the winter. Continue reading “Amelia Mary Earhart: Flying Solo”
Famous
Do you have a famous relative in your family tree? Or do you have a famous family legend? Well share your story here.
Got Tombstones?
Does anyone in your family tree have an unusual tombstone or a strange inscription? Does a family marker hold any special meaning? What secrets does it share?
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Tales of a Family 