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A Letter from 1856
Note: This was a letter written to my great-great aunts, who lived at 2 Hales Cottage in Kingston. I would love to think that the descendants of Mary Parker are out there in the Internet-world, and are researching their history. … Continue reading
A Tradition of Tea
A vase with fresh tulips are on the dining table, and the blue willow tea pot with matching sugar and milk sit patently waiting to be used. Morgan has chosen the red tea cup found in the cupboard, while I … Continue reading
World War One Photos Found!
While in the basement of my infamous family home, I found a series of rolled up World War One Photos. They are AMAZING! I can’t wait to share them- I want to do some research first. My grandfather was a … Continue reading
Remembering Mother and Gran
Mom and dad in the living room of Hales Cottage Gran as a beautiful teen Gran, mom and me (look at those insanely chubby cheeks!) Thank you for the many ways that you have touched my life- thank you for … Continue reading
Posted in Art, historical, Kingston, old photographs, Photo of the week, primary resource
Tagged 317, Hales Cottage, Kingston, Mother's Day
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Picture of the Week
I have so many pictures, and interesting objects to share. I am going to start a ‘picture of the week’- it will be an opportunity to commune with people who like history and are interested in our past. For me- … Continue reading
Posted in old photographs, Photo of the week, primary resource, World War One
Tagged gas mask, Hales Cottage, photographs, World War One
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Brushed With Mystery 