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In the Land of the Harwells & Alstons
Here is a recap of my matrilineal line. my mother: Jane Logan Carroll (1942- still living!) Jane's parents: Mary Virginia Bedichek...
Karen Derrick-Davis
Aug 3, 20246 min read
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Sallie & Sally
A note about names. I use the women's maiden names, for simplicity and to keep everyone straight in my head (the name remains the same...
Karen Derrick-Davis
Jul 18, 20247 min read
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A Matrilineal Adventure
We have launched another Adventure with Ancestors! On this trip, my husband, dog and I are following my matrilineal line back through...
Karen Derrick-Davis
Jul 3, 20246 min read
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Celebrating Freedom for ALL
"A time comes when silence is betrayal..." Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It's Juneteenth, y'all, and time to own truths. My ancestor,...
Karen Derrick-Davis
Jun 19, 20243 min read
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Family Stories: Owning & Healing
I have recently gotten back into researching my family’s history. I love digging for info and I get giddy when I find digital images of...
Karen Derrick-Davis
Jun 9, 20242 min read
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