Patriarch – head of the tribe

Another insight into my own heritage. This Bible has an article in it written in the Kingston Whig-Standard, the local newspaper at the time of my grandpa’s passing. Born in 1878 he was significantly older than normally a grandfather would be to his grandchildren. (I’m glad I’m closer in age to my kids and grandkids)…

Keepsakes

I probably have too many of these, but they do bring back great memories, and over time I find that some of the keepsakes that have been handed down to me provide new information to other bits and pieces I have known. Two pieces here today. The first is the DVD (case) from my Dad’s…

The workshop

To say that Phil loves being in his workshop is an understatement. His work is impeccable too. He cares about fit and finish and there is no “making it fit”. He knows technique and cares about getting it right. He’s got so much skill and experience that there’s little not getting it right. A little…