Ties That Bind

Understanding our family history can help us better understand ourselves and our mental health. I recently had the privilege of interviewing my friend and client Clifton Fuller. With decades of experience helping people navigate mental health challenges, and a deep … Continue reading →

Hello again. I know it’s been a while and I have exciting news. I finally made it back to the UK and got to meet Gordon Macdonald, 9th of Boisdale and his 2 sons. I am using the title “9th … Continue reading →

How can I explain what a terrible 3 years this has been for me? Starting in 2020. I mean….everyone, had bad years since then right? Well mine included back surgery, complications, a hole in my right retina which surgery could … Continue reading →

It’s been quite a while since I’ve posted here. It’s been a journey for me in so many ways. I’m still actively researching and I’m now the genealogist for Clan Donald of Canada. I’m attending their AGM in 2 weeks … Continue reading →

*This is my first attempt at writing a short story (or a beginning chapter) on one of our ancestors. Please be kind! With the mist barely risen from the sea, and the sound of the waves hitting the pebbles … Continue reading →

I HAVE A GREAT STORY Should I write it? I still remember when the book ROOTS came out, and how it was a massive hit which was then made into a movie. It was the first time, that I … Continue reading →

First experience with racism in my life! Last summer we had the amazing pleasure of having 7 relatives from Italy come and surprise my mother for her 80th birthday. They included my aunt, her daughter and son-in-law, her granddaughter … Continue reading →

Today I was looking at my collection of old family photographs when it dawned on me that I should see if some of the houses in the photos are still standing. The above photo has been in my possession for … Continue reading →

I’m sorry I’ve been away from my blog for awhile. It’s been tough trying to maintain my household, 2 part time jobs (that I need because my genealogy work isn’t paying the bills) and surviving the job of being mom … Continue reading →