Off to a good start!
I have finally sent out the emails to everyone for whom I had an address. I reached even more people thanks to Elain broadcasting it across her email list. I have heard back from a good number of people but not everyone. I guess I don't expect everyone to be as into this subject as I am.
I have begun writing September's installment on Thomas and Anna Downs. It is going quite well, and it should have more meat on its bones than the two parter on the six boys. I think it will also be a more interesting read.
Candee had a good recommendation for the blog. While I always saw it as a way for everyone to share in the discussion about the site, I always envisioned it as opinions on what I should cover next, or advice on which way to tackle a particular topic. Candee saw the blog as a great vehicle for others to share their stories. That would be awesome, but unfortunately, I have turned public comment on the blog off. I was sick of getting comments telling me how to save on my mortgage. We could still use the blog that way, but anyone wanting to comment needs to join the blog. If anyone wishes to, please send me an email and I will generate an invite for you.
Missy also stressed the sharing of stories as crucial. This blog can still be the backroom lounge I had invisioned it, its just that you need to register to participate in the conversations and fun. There is no cost for joining the blog. And yes, it would be a great place for someone to leave a story or two.
The other issue I am facing is the suggestion everyone has made. That is that I approach this person or that one. I am avoiding this for several reasons. First of all, if I don't approach everyone, some may feel miffed and left out. I've also noticed that those who are approached will give you some information, but it quickly becomes a chore. Both of these outcomes are not accptable with me.
On the other hand, I know that older generations often need to be reassured that others are actually interested in what they have to share. When they learn this, sometimes you can't stop them, and this would be great. I'm hoping to find that balance of encouraging everyone, yet pressuring no one. If you know someone who has information to share, please encourage them to share it. At least reassure them that I would be very interested.
It doesn't have to be stories. Birth, marriage and death certificates, newspaper clipping, photos, or anything else I will take. You don't even need to part with the preacious relict. You could scan and email, Xerox and fax, or Xerox and mail. My goal is to save all of this onto a family history CD at some point and then everyone can share in the history.
In closing I want to say that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the south who were hit by Katrina. I know Marj was without power for a number of days. Please, everyone remain safe
Bill
I have begun writing September's installment on Thomas and Anna Downs. It is going quite well, and it should have more meat on its bones than the two parter on the six boys. I think it will also be a more interesting read.
Candee had a good recommendation for the blog. While I always saw it as a way for everyone to share in the discussion about the site, I always envisioned it as opinions on what I should cover next, or advice on which way to tackle a particular topic. Candee saw the blog as a great vehicle for others to share their stories. That would be awesome, but unfortunately, I have turned public comment on the blog off. I was sick of getting comments telling me how to save on my mortgage. We could still use the blog that way, but anyone wanting to comment needs to join the blog. If anyone wishes to, please send me an email and I will generate an invite for you.
Missy also stressed the sharing of stories as crucial. This blog can still be the backroom lounge I had invisioned it, its just that you need to register to participate in the conversations and fun. There is no cost for joining the blog. And yes, it would be a great place for someone to leave a story or two.
The other issue I am facing is the suggestion everyone has made. That is that I approach this person or that one. I am avoiding this for several reasons. First of all, if I don't approach everyone, some may feel miffed and left out. I've also noticed that those who are approached will give you some information, but it quickly becomes a chore. Both of these outcomes are not accptable with me.
On the other hand, I know that older generations often need to be reassured that others are actually interested in what they have to share. When they learn this, sometimes you can't stop them, and this would be great. I'm hoping to find that balance of encouraging everyone, yet pressuring no one. If you know someone who has information to share, please encourage them to share it. At least reassure them that I would be very interested.
It doesn't have to be stories. Birth, marriage and death certificates, newspaper clipping, photos, or anything else I will take. You don't even need to part with the preacious relict. You could scan and email, Xerox and fax, or Xerox and mail. My goal is to save all of this onto a family history CD at some point and then everyone can share in the history.
In closing I want to say that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the south who were hit by Katrina. I know Marj was without power for a number of days. Please, everyone remain safe
Bill
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