Monthly Archives: March 2017

Human Computers

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Caryn

When we think of computers, most of us think of the modern day laptop, or even our smart phones, and when we think of who invented the computer, we think of a man, and that would probably be right, but … Continue reading →

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Letter Box

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Caryn

Imagine being a mail carrier between 1863 and 1922. I’m sure that you are wondering why those dates would be so important. Well, they really are. In 1863, the United States Postal Service began what they called Free City Delivery. … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Bonnie

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Caryn

The name Bonnie comes from the Scottish word “bonnie” meaning pretty or attractive, which was itself derived from Middle French bonne “good” as a way to describe a fair, good, and beautiful girl. I think that is what my grandparents … Continue reading →

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The Last State

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Caryn

Recently, I found out that President Dwight D Eisenhower is my sixth cousin six times removed. We are connected on my mother’s side through her Pattan roots, which is her mother’s side. Eisenhower was the 34th president of the Unites … Continue reading →

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My Irish Roots

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Caryn

Like many avid genealogists, I find myself looking at my roots often. As Saint Patrick’s Day rolls around, I find myself contemplating my Irish roots. I’m sure there are more than I can begin to count, but I specifically know … Continue reading →

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Building A Life

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Caryn

For my nephew, Eric Parmely, married life has mostly been about being outnumbered by girls…at least since he and his wife, Ashley started having children. Don’t get me wrong here…Eric wanted girls. He came from a family with three boys, … Continue reading →

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A Woman Of God

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Caryn

My niece, Kellie Hadlock is like her mother in so many ways. She is that “good” child, who doesn’t get in trouble, and can always be found with a smile on her face. Kellie can’t help but smile. It isn’t … Continue reading →

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A Sad Ending

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Caryn

In any war, there are certain weapons, ships, planes, or vehicles that are somewhat, if not totally, feared by the enemy, and World War I was no exception. The Germans has a couple of light cruisers, the Dresden and the … Continue reading →

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Napping At Work

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Caryn

Whether you like the bi-annual time change that most states use or not, it is a fact of life for most of the citizens of the United States. Most of us have no problem with the “Fall back” part of … Continue reading →

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A Nobel Cause

Posted on March 12, 2017 by Caryn

As a girl, I like many other girls became a Girl Scout. It was a group of girls having fun, while learning things and earning badges. The group was founded on March 12, 1912, and turns 105 years old today. … Continue reading →

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