Etiqueta: family history
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3 Year Anniversary of The Portuguese Immigrant: Atlantic Heritage Story
It was 3 years ago when I set out on a self-publishing journey to share my grandfather’s story. Weaving a wonderful tale of the struggles and triumphs as well as the rich culture of my ancestry, my book follows Vovô, who was the impetus for a new beginning.
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Throwback Article: How a Picture Tells a Life Story
Staring at the photograph from that time. It displays a stunning young woman with bright eyes fixed on moving up in the world. I see her eagerness and joy like how a bird lifts into flight. There were so many milestones still yet to come. Ready to bring any dream to life as she saw…
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My Father Was Born When JFK Was Elected President
The baby was transported to the nursery for a newborn assessment. They had bright green eyes not resembling most of their relatives, truly phenomenal. All the results looked normal and within range, including weight, length, and head circumference. In the meantime, she was moved to the postnatal unit after childbearing. The nurses offered her some…
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What Do We Live For?
Everyday we walk on the soil laid down by generations that preceded us. Without pondering on how things got this way, we enable the suppression of these important stories. Our memory’s sake depends on the living…
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My Great-Grandmother was Like a Blooming Hydrangea
She was driven towards his warmth and kindness; he was the apple in her glittering eyes. When inhibition stood between, they denied their adoration for each other, fearing judgment from the townspeople. However, unbridled love saw no bounds and could not be withstood. Maria Angelina de Conceição Cabral, my bisavó (great-grandmother), defied taboo after falling…
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Writing About The Exceptional Immigrant
My discoveries brought me a deeper appreciation while my affinity for the man was an inspiration to preserve his fascinating life. What unfolded was a biography of the exceptional immigrant; a story about hope, perseverance, and true love. This project was my greatest tribute
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The Portuguese Immigrant: Atlantic Heritage Story – COMING 18 JANUARY 2022!
Weaving a wonderful tale of the struggles and triumphs as well as the rich culture of my ancestry, my book follows Vovô, who was the impetus for a new beginning. Embarking on the journey of a lifetime, he was guided by true love that carved out a fighting chance for my future.
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Vovo Was a Badass
Vovo, was an unyielding man that carried himself with a heavy stick. He was a badass akin to the likes of Humphrey Bogart, Marlon Brando, or Tom Hardy in today’s modern age.
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My Portuguese Ancestry
My family came to Canada from Sao Miguel, Acores and would attend many of these events. These festas provided a connection to their birthplace, their homeland, and would serve as a reminder of what they left behind in order to start a new beginning in Canada.