Etiqueta: genealogy
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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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Genealogy Writing Tip: Using Old Family Photos
Weaving together the details of what see, you can picture what life must have been like for your ancestors.
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Nova Fronteira
She placed a knit blanket over her head for protection against the cold breeze. The elements rattled her willpower, but that was nothing compared to how she felt. Contractions hammered on as she got closer with each step, but she endured the stabbing pain.
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Paying Tribute With A Book
It was a fortuitous day when I was inspired by my family history. One of those things that pulled me in like a rip current off the shores of the motherland.
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How a Picture Tells a Life Story
I stare 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…
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RootsTech 2022 Presentation
Check out my 3-minute Portuguese Ancestry presentation that was featured at the RootsTech 2022 sessions.
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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.