The Chiddicks Observer Edition 14
The start of another week of discovery here on Substack. This week I have reached the conclusion that at the current rate, I am reading far more stories than I am publishing on the Chiddicks Observer. So, if I have not published your post yet, don’y worry I will get there I promise you!
We start off this week’s edition with the final part in the story of Thomas Waters, his last will and testament. It has been an incredible journey, and I have truly enjoyed tracing Thomas’s path—from his first steps in Australia and the heartfelt letters he sent home, to the final phase of his life, where things may have begun to look up. Thank you Jennifer Jones for allowing us a glimpse into the life of your ancestor, Thomas Waters.
From Enslavement to Independence: Tracing the Life, Strength and courage of a formerly Enslaved South Carolinian man named Beverley Vance. Learn how the discovery of one vital document led Genealogy Just Ask - Robin to an amazing breakthrough.
I’m incredibly grateful to Robin Stewart for inspiring us with such creative research challenges. This week, Robin invited us to share our favourite discovery. I had to pick just one—so read on to see what I chose as my favourite find and what made it so special. With special thanks to Anne’s Family History for sharing with us her favourite find.
What do you do when reality doesn’t match your expectations? Here’s what happened at a recent genealogy conference Denyse Allen attended, plus a prompt to help you reframe your own genealogy moments.
Everybody’s worst nightmare! A stark warning for us all to be mindful of. Read Lucy Werner story of what she thought was just an innocent “delete” turned into her worst nightmare.
Will AI kill of the writer? Read Linda Caroll Really thoughtful piece about AI, it’s such an important conversation. Can AI write from the heart? I very much doubt it, inspirational piece.
Can You Forgive the Past? An extremely emotional Mother’s Day story from Shell Norman written from the heart.
I have another Mother’s Day story to share with you this one is from Lori Olson White which is a heartwarming tale about an amazing mom! I love the story of how she met her husband. No spoilers you’ll have to read the story to find out for yourself!
We finish off this week’s edition with a second story from one of my favourite Substack writers, Lori Olson White as we follow the journey of our intrepid explorers down the Mississippi. See how our boys coped with winter fast approaching and a storm brewing………….
That’s a wrap for another fun filled edition of what has captured my imagination this week here on Substack. Please show your continued support to all these wonderful writers, it’s not about “the share”, most writers are content enough with the thought that somebody has read what they have written. Sometimes that’s enough.
Thanks, Paul, and I’m with you - so much great family history content to read it’s hard to get any writing done lol. And again, thanks for including me in the roundup. It’s always an honor to be seen.
Thank you for mentioning me, Paul! I'm still finding historical records.