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Family, PFLAG, genealogy, anthropology, history, gardens, KDE, Kubuntu,; lover of art, music, literature, books, film, nature, all things free and open. She/her
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So much violence, hatred and pain in this world.

Aeschylus: "In our sleep, pain which cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart until, in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom through the awful grace of God."

Peace is the only way to peace.
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Join Kyla Bayang and me on Substack Live as we take a look at the sessions and fun activities that will take place at RootsTech 2026. #Genealogy
December 22, 2025 at 12:43 AM
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“Bible teaching, he noted, is to have ‘special care for strangers, aliens and sojourners.’

‘It is not rocket science, but the Word of God’…”

www.nytimes.com/2025/11/11/u...
U.S. Bishops Elect New Leader as Concerns Mount Over Treatment of Migrants
www.nytimes.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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The Coffin Family Through Line in the American Revolutionary War

A fun #FamilyHistory story for me to explore and an eye-opener too. #Genealogy

#Stories250

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The Coffin Family Through Line in the American Revolutionary War
In the Revolutionary War, many members of the Society of Friends would be recognized as war veterans. My Coffin ancestors played their role as pacifists as the brutal war came to them.
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November 15, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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I was dabbling around with a Christmas poem.

1-The meaning glows in quiet candlelight, hope stitched on frosted glass, in a quilt of stories we cast. Excitement buzzes like tinsel in the air, the tree hums with promises, bright bells never fade.
December 22, 2025 at 5:52 AM
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2-Anxiety threads through the stockings,nerves thaw in the chorus of cheeks, as courage grows. Anticipation stands at a doorway,waiting for dawns we haven’t met;between gifts and greetings, hope listens. Love wraps us in warmth,family threads through dawn to dusk; laughter spills in the kitchen air.
December 22, 2025 at 5:53 AM
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3-Disappointments ring softly,
they fade in forgiving hands,
and in togetherness, we find grace. We gather, bright and imperfect, choosing to remember: love is the answer, again and again.
December 22, 2025 at 5:53 AM
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The latest Really Useful Bulletin is out now, full of the latest #FamilyHistory news and information! www.exploreyourgenealogy.co.uk/files/1066-1...
December 22, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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War memorial organ. The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Madley, Herefordshire. A thank offering for victory in the 1914-1918 war. First World War. #LestWeForget
December 22, 2025 at 8:17 AM
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This account will be taking a break until the New Year. We wish you all the very best for 2026, from the Family History Federation!
December 22, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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There is still beauty in the world.
Credit: Magdi Tassy
Vienna, Austria.
December 22, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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December 22, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Amanita Blusher - Photographed July 12, 2023, in Palmyra, Virginia. 📷

#mushroom #fungi #nature
December 22, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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Looking forward to Colleen Robledo Greene's presentation "Visual Sources and Digital Tools for Telling Your U.S. Veteran’s Military Story" at the upcoming National Genealogical Society's Family History Conference this May.
www.colleengreene.com/military-dig...

#NGS2026GEN #Genealogy
My Military Digital Storytelling Session at the 2026 NGS Conference
Want to share your U.S. military veteran ancestor stories but you have no or very few photos of your veteran ancestor?
www.colleengreene.com
December 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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"Passing Through" - Photographed July 13, 2013, in Palmyra, Virginia. 📷

#deer #animal #wildanimal #nature
December 22, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Your ancestors built your past now you can build your future
#FamilyResearch #FamilyHistory #Genealogy #Ancestry #DNA #GeneticGenealogy
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December 22, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Sending love to the lonely and to those finding times tough; sending love to those who are in pain, and all the people sleeping rough. Sending love to everybody missing somebody this year; sending love to everyone not full of festive cheer.
December 22, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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MINNESOTA RESISTS ~
Scott Dworkin article

In Minnesota, on Saturday, thousands marched in downtown Minneapolis against Trump’s immigration abuses. Peacefully pushing back against Trump’s federal goons at an inspiring pace—especially given the sub-zero temperatures they’ve faced.
December 22, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Fungi, especially mycorrhizal fungi, help plants access nutrients like phosphorus.
December 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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When considering what to do with more distant DNA matches, who you share fewer centimorgans with, and with whom a common ancestor isn't apparent, keep these three things in mind. #genealogy
December 22, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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John Merritt Lamb House (b.~1850-1870)
Dryden, Lapeer County Michigan.

Another reshoot of one of the first houses I posted about!

#photography #architecture #victorian #secondempire #oldbuildings #houses #winter #trees #sunset #village #dryden #lapeer #michigan #puremichigan
December 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Free United States Online Church Records - Updated

Church Records are an excellent source of #genealogy information. They provide birth, baptism, marriage, death, burial, and membership records.

Check out the 9,730 Free Church Record Collections for the country at buff.ly/Yyrn6Se
December 22, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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Rob Reiner devoted his life to entertaining us and fighting to make the world a better place. We will honor his memory by continuing to show up for our democracy.

Our hearts are with everyone who loved Rob and Michele Singer Reiner.
December 17, 2025 at 7:50 PM