My people came to this corner of the planet from everywhere. Or so it seems. Some came early and some … More
Category: genealogy
Lord of the Things
As I approach the end of my 74th orbit of the sun on this venerable rock of ours, I decided … More
Considering the Luck of the Irish on St. Patrick’s Day
“The Luck of the Irish”. We have heard that phrase before. Can there be a more unlucky race? And yet, … More
The Perils of Genealogy: Part Five
Well, I never expected to post a Part Five, but here I am. What more can I say? Ireland 2020 … More
Thoughts on Leaving Ireland
This being my first visit to Ireland, I was not sure what to expect. In spite of the so-called “Luck … More
The Perils of Genealogy: Part Four
The Tale Wags the Dog “Stay tuned…there might be a Part Four someday,” I said as I closed my last … More
To Lucinda, Whoever You Were
What I know of you for certain is only what’s recorded on your tombstone and two grainy old photographs. Certainly, … More
Erin Go Bragh!
So, the Priest came to the house. They were fearful that he would be too late but he made it. … More
Perils of Genealogy: Part Three
Nuts and Bolts… “I yam what I yam, and that’s all what I yam.” – Popeye Well, actually I hadn’t … More
I Have a Dream — Still
I look to a day when people will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the … More
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