This photo is one of my favorites from a trip to Ireland that I took with my eldest daughter. Ever since that trip I have longed to go back. From many spots along the County Antrim coast we could see Scotland. Here I'm gazing out to sea - the same sea that my grandfather, Bernard … Continue reading Those Places Thursday – Doran Irish Research
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Six Word Saturday – Giving Thanks
Giving thanks for all I have! Giving thanks to my family and ancestors for their love, courage, and fortitude. I'm also thankful for the stories they have shared. Looking back it does seem many of the best stories were told over a good meal. From the left the adults are: Stefie and Jean Mirota, James … Continue reading Six Word Saturday – Giving Thanks
Camp Croft, South Carolina – 1941 – Brewski Time!
These World War II Army buddies are enjoying some well deserved R & R in this photograph from 1941. This picture was taken at Camp Croft, South Carolina, and saved by James Doran of Harrison, New Jersey. He was inducted in Newark, NJ, on 25 March 1941. James is the last one on the far … Continue reading Camp Croft, South Carolina – 1941 – Brewski Time!