My beautiful Great Aunt, Anna Heitmann (born 1891). This picture was taken circa 1911. Anna lived in Hamburg Germany and married Jochim Heinrich Adolf Meister in 1919.… Read more “Getting To Know Great Aunt Anna”
Reflection
The River Avon, Bath, UK. A bewitching sight on my daily walk. Keep safe my friends.
Getting To Know My Grandfather
I have long wondered what my Grandfather, Emil Heitmann looked like. I have one old grainy picture of him (the soldier in Germany uniform on the right)… Read more “Getting To Know My Grandfather”
Old England
A beautiful day for a walk into old England. Across the fields overlooking Englishcombe Village. Chif-Chaf call, lambs bleat, a nearby deer stumbles through the thickets. Be… Read more “Old England”
Colourising B and W Photos
Hello dear friends. I hope you are keeping safe and well. I have discovered a lovely free app that colourises black and white photos. Perfect for whiling… Read more “Colourising B and W Photos”
100 Years Ago
100 years ago, in 1920, my Great Uncle, George Francis Demmel, was sailing for Australia. He saw action the Royal Navy during WW1. Then, in January 1920… Read more “100 Years Ago”
Sunny Daffodils
Sunny daffodils to cheer a wet Wednesday in the UK. Keep safe my friends. We will get through this. 🌈
Happy Heavenly Birthday
Remembering my mother, Emma Lossl (nee Heitmann), 1911 – 2008. Happy heavenly birthday to an inspirational, beautiful lady.Mum loved to cycle, and often went on adventures with… Read more “Happy Heavenly Birthday”
Inspiration From Our Ancestors
100 years ago, April 1920, there was an emotion family reunion in London, England. My English grandmother, Amalia Lossl (nee Demmel), arrived at London docks from Munich.… Read more “Inspiration From Our Ancestors”
Wednesday Wisdom
Bath #Graffiti artist offering #wednesdaywisdom #nevergiveup #stayhome #savelives We will be able to meet again one day soon. But for now, stay home and never give up… Read more “Wednesday Wisdom”
