The Eastland family

Five girls, one boy… the Eastland family with father Fred and mother Constance were a model family in Niagara Falls during the first half of the 20th Century. Fred, my grandfather, owned a business and was very successful in this small town. He was also generous and during the depression did much good for others…

Things I remember from my Nanny’s house

Because my parents were Salvation Army Officers we moved about the country.  The upside of that is life was something of an adventure – a new home every three years (most often) and numerous schools.  That means many friends in many places in case you wondered what comes from ten schools in thirteen years. The…

Phil & Amanda visit Niagara

Phil poses for the camera “I don’t want there to be any serious photos at my funeral”…says Phil.  Well he continues to live up to his reputation and here’s a good photo of me and my youngest son! (Must get it from his mother’s side of the family). We had a day together in the…