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.

The Newfound Land (Graham Saga Book 4) by Anna Belfrage

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Julie Goucher

Back in October I read and reviewed the three earlier books in the series. Book 1 – A Rip in the VeilBook 2 – Like Chaff in the WindBook 3 – The Prodigal Son In this latest book, Matthew and … Continue reading →

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Sentimental Sunday – Polio and the Journey Ahead

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Julie Goucher

Image courtesy of www.virology.ws Back in 1953, so 60 years ago, my Mum then aged four and a half contracted Polio. All through my childhood I was aware of the impact that the disease had, had on Mum, although she never … Continue reading →

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Weekend Cooking – Nigella Christmas – Star -Topped Mince Pies

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Julie Goucher

As promised, this is the second of four posts taken from this delightful book. The second recipe is Star-Topped Mince Pies and this recipe makes 36 of them! This comes from Nigella’s fabulous website For the pastry 240 gram(s) plain … Continue reading →

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Book of Me, Written by Me, Prompt 16

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Julie Goucher

Today is week 16 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 1880

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Julie Goucher

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

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The Guildford Floods of 1968

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Julie Goucher

As I am going through and uploading the material to the Walnut Tree Close (Guildford) website, I thought I would share the following story and picture. In September 1968 the River Wey in Guildford burst its banks. My Mum says … Continue reading →

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Walnut Tree Close (Guildford) Community Archive

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Julie Goucher

Back in 1984, I removed an article from the local newspaper about Walnut Tree Close. My family had been connected with the road since at least 1911. My Grandmother was born in the road in 1912. She lived in the … Continue reading →

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Book of Me Hangout – Some Future Prompts

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Julie Goucher

This morning we had the last Book of Me hangout of the year. Today’s discussion focused on three forthcoming prompts Message in a Bottle (week 16) The Feeling of Home (Scheduled 11/1/2014) Memory Board (Scheduled 1/2/2014 The hangouts are all … Continue reading →

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One Little Christmas Tree by The Curto Family & Rusty Fischer

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Julie Goucher

A delightful children’s book about a small Christmas tree, sitting and waiting to be selected by a family. Planted as a small tree, he waits and waits for the moment when the owner comes along with a bucket to dig … Continue reading →

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Society of One-Place Studies Hangout – Choosing Your Place

Posted on December 9, 2013 by Julie Goucher

A very interesting discussion took place today; The Society for One-Place Studies monthly hangout. The subject for discussion was Choosing your Place.

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