I never knew my grandfather; he died 20 years before I was born. But growing up with my mum, dad, grandmother, and uncle, I always felt his presence in our … Read the rest “Christmas Greetings”
Tag: Genealogy
With a bit of free time on my hands over the last few weeks, I’ve been using a website to colourize some old family photographs I’d only ever seen previously in … Read the rest “Black and White Family Photographs in Colour”
A friend and I went on a walk this morning, hosted by the Friends of Waverley Cemetery, which was excellent. We were the only two on the tour, so … Read the rest “Waverley Cemetery”
I have been active genealogist for most of my life. Early in the piece I would use all manner of software, including Family Tree Maker etc. But as my interests … Read the rest “Genealogy Rant”
It’s so funny meeting people who know people you know, but who not so many people know anymore. Below, you’ll see the black and white photograph of my mum and … Read the rest “Family Reunion”
Through my mum’s side of the family, I’m a descendant of the convicts, James Rixon and Amelia Goodwin, who came (were sent) to Australia in 1798 and 1800 (respectively). … Read the rest “Upcoming Rixon / Goodwin Family Reunion”