In 1927, my grandmother Gladys Warren was a 14-year-old Girl Guide, like many girls her age. That year, she kept a Girl Guide diary that offers a window into the life of a young teenager in the 1920s. Gladys passed away in 2003, but the fact that she saved this diary suggests it was a cherished
As a professional genealogist, I enjoy the thrill of solving the intricate puzzles of my clients’ family histories. Each name I uncover and every story I reveal brings me immense pleasure; however, I’ve realized that I’ve neglected the most important puzzle of all—my own ancestors. As we approach Remembrance Day, I will share the story
The theme for International Women’s Day 2023 is #EmbraceEquity This year, I thought I would indulge myself and write about some of the women who helped to shape my life and who, in their own ways, may have contributed to the equity woman enjoy today. The first photo is of my Great Grandmother, Lilian Fisher.
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