Genealogy Chat

Angela I am so glad your mum passed away peacefully. But she lives on in your memory and your DNA. Family history is great for a sense of continuity. It's interesting to see how my life is at once so different and yet so like that of my great-great grandmothers! nell

Thank you all - It is so nice to have your messages of support. I have not found the last couple of days too easy but am feeling a bit better already.

Hi Angela, I am sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts are with you at this sad time. I agree with what you are saying, time stops for no man. Sue.

Sorry to hear of your loss, Angela. That's one of the things I love about genealogy though, an ancestor found is an ancestor not forgotten - even if I am totally frustrated about being unable to find out who my dad's father was, it means he is constantly in my thoughts. Granny could certainly spin a yarn lol. I regard it as akin to ancestor worship!!! maggie

Thank you so much, Lou. I am not too good at all this emotional stuff and tend to dissolve into a blubbering heap at the slightest provocation (births, weddings, funerals, cuddly puppies, etc.). It is wonderful to have the support of other GR members.

Hi Angela Sorry to hear of your loss. Hope you're bearing up ok. I understand what you're saying, even though I'm lucky enough to still have my parents at the moment. I shall remember your words of wisdom when I'm in your position Lou

My mother passed away peacefully a couple of days ago aged 88. During the last couple of years whilst I have been researching my family history it has taught me one thing - that people are born, marry, have families and die, but after they go life goes on after them. Their children have their own families and the generations carry on after them. In a strange way, this has given me a bit of comfort. I hope that other people who have been bereaved may find comfort in the same way.