I save things - how about you? The prayer card above was saved by my grandfather, Joseph Peter Mirota (1882-1961). Now I'm the one saving it. It was tucked inside his prayer book - and yes, I'm saving that, too. I enjoy knowing that these items I have, were things my grandfather loved and cherished. … Continue reading Six Word Saturday – 31 May 2014
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Photo of the Week – Ambrose Mirota
This week's photograph is of Ambrose Mirota, who was born in Pławna, Poland on 16 November 1903. The Polish version of his first name is Ambroży, as seen on the back of the picture. I find his somber gaze mesmerizing, as he looks directly into the camera while his portrait was taken. His large hands … Continue reading Photo of the Week – Ambrose Mirota
Photo of the Week – Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bozicevic of Joffre, PA
This is a photograph that was saved by my family, but for a long time the pretty woman's identity was a mystery. The man seems to have military bearing and looks very distinguished. One piece of good luck was that there was writing on the back, and my sister and I used that for our … Continue reading Photo of the Week – Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bozicevic of Joffre, PA
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