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Genealogy Just Ask - Robin's avatar

I really love all the photos you used. You can tell that they were happy.

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Christopher Padgett's avatar

Thank you. The images convey so much. I feel honored to be the one entrusted to preserve and share them.

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Helene | Letters from LaBelle's avatar

What a wonder story and great tribute. I really enjoyed reading

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Christopher Padgett's avatar

Thank you so much. So very kind for you to take the time to acknowledge the story.

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Neil Sagebiel's avatar

Outstanding.

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Christopher Padgett's avatar

Thank you. Your series inspired me to write it!

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Alan Hamsher's avatar

Marvelous. Awe-inspiring!! Life affirming and magnificent!

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Christopher Padgett's avatar

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

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Lori Olson White's avatar

What a wonderful story and storytelling! Those full circle moment s are so rare and precious when they come - thanks for sharing this one.

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Barbara at Projectkin's avatar

Precious. Thank you. What a gift.

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Carole McCulloch's avatar

Beautifully written story of love amidst the flood of 1937! A poignant and surprising generational twist at the end!

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