Monthly Archives: December 2011

Postcard Friendship Friday – Gretna Marriages

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Julie Goucher

I have visited Gretna Green a number of times and the modern shopping complex that is nearby. At the shop close by to the marriage chapel you can purchase these blank cards. The first card is around 10 years old. … Continue reading →

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Sepia Saturday 103 – Medically Related

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Julie Goucher

This photo is one from our personal collection. My several times Great Uncle, William Arthur West (1863-1931) stands in the back row, second on the right. This photo was taken during the Boer War. William was already in the Army, … Continue reading →

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Advent Calendar – 2011 Holiday Foods

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Julie Goucher

This post was originally posted in 2010. My Grandmother always used to buy hamper coupons from the Unigate milkman, I don’t know if she received any special discount as my Grandfather had worked for them up until he retired, but … Continue reading →

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Advent Calendar – 2011 Christmas Tree

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Julie Goucher

Rather than repost last year entry I thought I would post something a little different. There is a garden centre a few miles away who always has a fabulous Christmas display. We wondered if, in the throws of a recession … Continue reading →

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Harvest Festival at St Mary’s Church Guildford Circa 1906

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Julie Goucher
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Advent…..

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Julie Goucher

Well, the 1st December already. I am not sure why I am surprised, it comes the same time of year, every year! Last year I took part in the Advent Calender hosted by Geneabloggers. This year, I am taking part in … Continue reading →

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