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Monthly Archives: November 2010
A Piece of History
My eye has been scanning the ground now for the past day- eyes like a broom brushing the crevices of the floor. I had all but given up, until, at last, my eyes rested on a small silver coin held … Continue reading
Posted in history and literature, primary resource, Uncategorized
Tagged coins, family, French Revolution, history, thoughts
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The Owl: Our Relationship with Nature
I have a picture of an owl that my best friend painted for me. It stands sentinel over my work area at home. For me it is a symbol of wisdom, patience and a love of knowledge. I have always … Continue reading
Letter from the Front
Posted in Art, history and literature, Kingston, Uncategorized, World War One
Tagged censored mail, history, primary document, World War One
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Excerpt from Gran’s journal
Friday November 5th, 1920 This was such a mild day that I rode my byke to the bank ( of Montreal where she worked in Kingston). I forgot to take my purse with me, but it didn’t matter, as I … Continue reading
Posted in 1920s, history and literature, Kingston, primary resource
Tagged 1920s, journal, picture, Primary resource
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Brushed With Mystery 