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All families have stories; some stories are almost myths… did my ancestors really come from Sweden? Were they really river pilots or pirates operating out of the east coast port of King’s Lynn? Some family stories are true, although some facts may be hidden; my great-grandparents loved each other across a religious divide, but where and how did they meet? Some family stories are only revealed through census records and some genealogical detective work. I want to tell the stories of my family, and others who otherwise might be lost in the past.
My Dad… Donald, often known as Snick, was brought up in Cambridge, served for seven years in the parachute regiment during the war, became a scientist, moved with the family to the west country where he worked, retired and played golf. I was so lucky to have the father I had and even though he […]
MoreMy earliest memories of horse-chestnut trees are being pushed in my pram along Victoria avenue, graced by towering rows of them. A little older and we walked beneath them, and then on the bus we would ride along, on the top deck so we were level with the branches and leaves. We didn’t have a […]
MoreOur dear friends Elly and Kees celebrated their ruby wedding anniversary last December; however they had their celebration party last weekend! it was a wonderful party and we were so thrilled to be invited. Many congratulations, Elly and Kees, and here’s to the next 40!
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Lois Elsden 