Author Archives: Julie Goucher

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About Julie Goucher

Genealogist, Author, Presenter, native Guildfordian, avid note taker and journal writer. Lover of Books, Stationery & History; Surnames, Butcher & Orlando One-Name Studies. Pharos Tutor for all One-Name Studies/surname courses as well as Researching Ancestors from Continental Europe.

Sending Christmas Wishes

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Julie Goucher

“Remembrance, like a candle, Shines brightest at Christmastime” Charles Dickens With Mum in hospital, this Christmas it does not feel very Christmas like.  I just want to take this opportunity to say thank you to all the people who have … Continue reading →

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Season’s Greetings from Guildford Circa 1906

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Julie Goucher
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Video – Maid of the Seas

Posted on December 22, 2013 by Julie Goucher

Yesterday I shared my Virtual Advent Tour post, which centred around the Lockerbie Disaster that occurred on 21st December 1988. Earlier today my husband shared the following video that he had come across from YouTube with me, which visually sums … Continue reading →

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Weekend Cooking – Nigella Christmas – Yule Log

Posted on December 21, 2013 by Julie Goucher

As promised, this is the third of four posts taken from this delightful book. This third recipe is for Yule Log and is taken from Nigella’s fabulous website For the cake6 medium egg(s) (separated)150 gram(s) caster sugar50 gram(s) cocoa powder1 … Continue reading →

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Virtual Advent Tour – Lockerbie

Posted on December 21, 2013 by Julie Goucher

I am delighted to take part in the Virtual Advent Tour hosted by Marg & Kelly. This is the third time of taking part. It is a wonderful way to meet other bloggers and spread festive cheer! When I decided … Continue reading →

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Book of Me, Written by Me, Prompt 17

Posted on December 21, 2013 by Julie Goucher

Today is week 17 of what is going to be a 15 month project. Each Saturday, at around 12.30am UK time I will release the prompt for that week’s Book of Me, Written by You. If you are new here, … Continue reading →

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Postcard Friendship Friday – Christmas Card circa 1843

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Julie Goucher

Submitted as part of Postcard Friendship Friday hosted by The Best Hearts are Crunchy 

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The In-Depth Genealogist – Digital Magazine – Issue 11 – OUT NOW!

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Julie Goucher

The next issue of the free digital magazine is available NOW! //e.issuu.com/embed.js You can read my Introduction post HERE and you can follow the column by visiting The In-Depth Genealogist website and subscribing via email or via twitter and Facebook. … Continue reading →

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A Merry Little Christmas by Debbie Macomber

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Julie Goucher

A delightful little book with two festive reads from Debbie Macomber. Both stories are centred around the fiction and lovely town of Cedar Cove. 1225 Christmas Tree Lane Continuing with the popular Cedar Cove stories. This festive catch up is … Continue reading →

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Virtual Advent Tour – Kiva – Genealogists for Families Project

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Julie Goucher

I am delighted to take part in the Virtual Advent Tour hosted by Marg & Kelly. This is the third time of taking part. It is a wonderful way to meet other bloggers and spread festive cheer! When I decided … Continue reading →

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