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During this week's family toast we celebrated Aunty Karen's Birthday and the installation of a new headstone for Great Grandad Thomas and other members of our family from Liverpool. I don't know much about my Great Grandfather and his death in 1930, but have come across various snippets of his life, while researching my family tree. He was tragically hit by a tram and killed at the tender age of 39, leaving my Grandmother behind, who was looked after by other members of the family.
It has been difficult finding out information from my Grans side of the family, which has made me more determined than ever to continue with my genealogical research. Family have become a lot more important to me during recent times and I think it is necessary for all of us to understand our roots and where we came from. Family stories, recollections from bygone times, rumour and intriguing tales have always been a part of our history. Bringing together all this information collectively and apportioning its relevance to different aspects of my tree has been a salient part of my motivation, in deciphering the clues that make all of us who we are.
As a point of interest, I have included the letter sent to my family after the death of Thomas. My Great Grandfather was blind and this short note has been instrumental in allowing me to piece together just what happened to him and why.
When we make a toast to one another as a family, we also remember past generations and their place within our narrative. I never knew Thomas, but, he has become integral to the search I continue today. His place within the family tree is crucial to the direction I am currently following, as I continue with my genealogical research.
Once again I would like to offer my love and gratitude to everyone who takes part each week, keeping the 'flame of family' burning strong at this time. The people we salute today will be the memories we toast tomorrow!
As a point of interest, I have included the letter sent to my family after the death of Thomas. My Great Grandfather was blind and this short note has been instrumental in allowing me to piece together just what happened to him and why.
When we make a toast to one another as a family, we also remember past generations and their place within our narrative. I never knew Thomas, but, he has become integral to the search I continue today. His place within the family tree is crucial to the direction I am currently following, as I continue with my genealogical research.
Once again I would like to offer my love and gratitude to everyone who takes part each week, keeping the 'flame of family' burning strong at this time. The people we salute today will be the memories we toast tomorrow!
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