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Alice Lajeunesse Vertefeuille

Last week’s photo which had a number of names scrawled on the back, turned up some interesting information. Lisa, a woman from my hometown, led me to her family’s Facebook page. I was able to identify one of the women in … Continue reading

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Couple on a Courting Bench

Another restoration of an old family photo, unfortunately, I haven’t a clue as to who they are. Since the handsome fella makes an appearance in several photos that I have, I’m assuming he is a relative. It could be an engagement … Continue reading

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The Magnificent Seven

Another photo restoration of an old photograph of my grandmother – Rhea Garceau, seated in the middle. I’m not certain who the other women are – but being that two of them are dead ringers for my cousins, I think it’s … Continue reading

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Mon Grand-Père

Restoring recently acquired family photographs has been a side project of mine lately. During yesterday’s snowstorm, I worked on this photo of my grandfather, Ovila Garceau. Despite it’s age, this one was in great shape. Some minor tone and color … Continue reading

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Ma Grand-Mère

Among the family photos I’ve been sorting through is this beautiful portrait of my grandmother, Rhea Lajeunesse Garceau. From the clothing she’s wearing – it looks to have been taken in the early teens. For a one hundred year old … Continue reading

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Join The Navy, See The World!

Among my Father’s things was an envelope full of old negatives in various shapes and sizes. I plan on scanning and restoring the more interesting ones. This photo was taken in 1953, when Dad joined the Navy. Also pictured was … Continue reading

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A Quilt for Katie

Our niece Katie is going to make our family a little bit bigger next month – she’s having a baby boy! Katie is a roller derby queen who loves donuts, sriracha, and has a great sense of humor. Which will come … Continue reading

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