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Family Stories
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.
Alfie’s Villa
Some time ago I posted about a small property I had inherited from my aunty, Audrey. Alfie’s Villa was made by Audrey’s friend Geoffrey, many, many years ago and had fallen into disrepair. I am very fortunate for many reasons, to be married to Bari, he was able to repair the villa ready for Christmas, and here it is… A most splendid residence for Alfie, […]
MoreInchbold the artist
Sometimes in you go to a museum or gallery because you know what is going to be displayed; sometimes you go to see a particular artist, maybe knowing pieces of his or her work. It’s wonderful to see in real life pictures and sculptures that you have only previously seen in books or magazines or as reproductions, […]
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