Monthly Archives: February 2012

The Reader Geneameme

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Julie Goucher

Geniaus has set us a challenge to honour the National Year of Reading. The list should be annotated in the following manner: Things you have already done or found = bold type Things you would like to do or find = italic and … Continue reading →

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Sunday Stamps – Burchell’s Zebra

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Julie Goucher

Welcome, to the latest Sunday Stamps posting, and what I think is my first for 2012. I can not believe where the time disappears too. Over the last couple of months I have been focusing a bit more on my … Continue reading →

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Sunday Salon – February Round up!

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Julie Goucher

It is a glorious sunny Sunday here in the south west of England. There is a real feel of spring is in the air! The last few weeks I have been busy contemplating, reading, writing and reviewing. I received a … Continue reading →

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Forgotten Bookmarks by Michael Popek

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I first became aware of this book by reading a blog written by someone. I then followed a load of links and eventually was introduced to the book, the website, Facebook page and the twitter feed. I added the book to my … Continue reading →

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52 Weeks of Abundant Genealogy – Week 8 – Genealogy Libraries

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Julie Goucher

Week 8 – Genealogy Libraries – Genealogy libraries (and dedicated departments in regular libraries) are true treasures in the family history community. Tell us about your favourite genealogy library. What makes it special? Challenge open from Sunday February 19th  – … Continue reading →

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Sepia Saturday 114 – Shoes

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I wasn’t really sure what to post this weekend, then I searched for photograph to accompany a blog post I had written and I remembered these taken in July 2011 whilst on our trip to Jersey.  I moment I saw … Continue reading →

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Weekend Cooking – A Collection of Occupation Recipes by Lillie Aubin Morris

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Julie Goucher

For some reason I had always wanted to visit the Channel Island of Jersey, and last July we did. We were not disappointed. It was very strange, I instantly felt a connection with this island that lies closer to France … Continue reading →

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Postcard Friendship Friday – Burchell’s Zebra

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Julie Goucher

Some recent genealogical research revealed a connection, albeit, a distant one, to the man that these Zebra are named after; William John Burchell (1781-1863). So far, the life of William appears absolutely fascinating and I think this will continue to … Continue reading →

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…..A long way from home

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I always think it is sad to come across a gravestone of someone who passed away many miles from home. I don’t mean those who are born in one Country and live and pass away in another, I mean those … Continue reading →

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Guest Post at International Graveyard Rabbit

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I have been invited to be an international guest poster at the On line journal of Graveyard Rabbits. You can read my guest post HERE

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