Mom, Uncle Alec is DEAD!!!
September 3, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments [1]
Well, at least that’s what shows up on the Church website at http://new.familysearch.org
This may be a bug in their system, it’s not actually 100% up-and-running yet for everyone – although the Temples are now using it instead of TempleReady.
But for some reason they have Uncle Alec’s death date as being the same as Pop’s. Relax, it’s easy to fix, since it looks like they have YOU as the originator of the information. You’ll have to get them to give you the RIGHTS to delete and correct information under that contributer tag – I had to do the same thing with some of my old stuff and there were a lot of minor mistakes that I was able to easily correct on Polhemus genealogy.
sorry!!
September 3, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
sorry, mom, I know I don’t come to the site
very much, I am horrible, please don’t dump
it, bill is right, facebood and twitter is all the
rage, even though I have a facebook, i barely
get on it either, I will try to be more active
on the site, love you
New Family Search
September 2, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments [2]
Mom, I just registered with the New Family Search website (http://new.familysearch.com) of the Church. It’s an advanced version of the current product the Church has for doing genealogical research online, but it’s far more powerful.
I always wondered why they didn’t come up with something like this before, but I guess the technology had to evolve before it was feasible.
The basic idea from what I can see, is they’ve combined ALL the genealogical information from the various sources like IGI, Temple records, etc., and then added the ability to have any registered individual add, delete or change information pretty much at will, through the website interface.
It’s very powerful, as you might imagine. It gives you ONE PLACE to put all your genealogical records, and further it makes it where everyone else’s work that might apply to you is immediately accessible as well.
Think of it as a bazillion-piece jigsaw puzzle, with a million people working on it at one time. It’s rather staggering to the imagination.
There are ways that you can collaborate with other people on research, so that for instance we could work to “connect the pieces” of our family tree, and fill in any information WE have, while actually working on different areas of the “tree.”
Anyway, I urge you to try it out. I’m going to try to start building my family tree today. Of course, any of my sibs who want to help, can. I don’t even have any idea how much Pagan stuff has been done, but with being able to all work together it ought to be easier and more efficient.
Love, Bill Jr.
Why It’s Slow Here
September 2, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
Mom (and anyone else interested): I’m afraid we’ve been overtaken by Facebook and Twitter. In a way that’s too bad, because I think FB (and Twitter from what I can tell; I don’t really use it much) is too “noisy,” and you are inundated with a lot of information without a good way to categorize it.
The idea about this place was, it’s “just family.”
Maybe we can think about how to improve things. There is a way to make things go “two-way” between here and Facebook, for what it’s worth, although I’m not sure if that would work as well for “multi-user.”
Unfortunately I’m the only person who ever tinkers behind the scenes and under the hood with this blog. I try to keep the software updated, etc. Beth, Buddy, and Ben, who actually have more savvy about web applications etc., don’t spend any time tweaking. I guess it’s the “I do that at work, I don’t wanna do it in my spare time, too!” attitude.
Deaths in our Ward
August 30, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments [1]
Last Wednesday a young woman of 29 died. She had been in a wheelchair all of her life. She was always so bright and happy. And she knew the gospel well, having been taught by her loving parents and family, and by the sweet teachers that she had all through the years. One could only feel good about her death, knowing that she can now walk.
I think about my parents and my brother every single day now. I think of my brother, and I’m so sure that he accepted the gospel, and that he’s a prieshood holder, and that he’s helping our family members who have died all through the years. I’m so sure of it. How could Pop have resisted his wife and son. I look so forward to the time when I can see them again. I’m so thankful for the gospel and the plan of slavation that makes it so clear to me that I can be with my loved ones again.
The other death was a man probably in his seventies. Brother Mott was in the backyard, chatting over the fence with a neighbor when he collapsed with a heart attack, and they could not save him.
One never knows when you get up in the morning.
It’s Dead
August 23, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
Our website has died a slow death. If somebody doesn’t start showing some interest, we might as well bury it.
June Vaughn
August 22, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
One or two of you might remember June Vaughn. She was a tall, lanky redhead. Melanie Vaughn’s mother. She passed away last week. She had bone cancer, and she pretty much kept it quiet. She didn’t want anyone to know about it. Her son, Jason, went to Birmingham and stayed with her the last few days of her life.
Feriocious Thunderstorms
August 21, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
For weeks and weeks, we have been having horrible, dangerous thunderstorms across middle Florida. Here in DeBary, we have been caught coming and going. Tonight was the worst yet! I thought it would never end. The lightening was so fierce that it sounded as if it was landing in our yard. Then Luis was watching the news, and sure enough, lightening struck a beautiful Presbyterian Church not too far from here, and it has burned to the ground. I would say it is about eight blocks from our house.
Bill and Nancy
August 11, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments [1]
During all of the free time that I know you have….you might look into learning how to do the brand new NEWFAMILY program, which I thought I had pretty down pat…and just overnight….THEY CHANGED EVERYTHING ON ME…and now i’m back to square one, and I don’t know how to proceed with my genealogy, and the ancestors that are crying out from their graves for their work to be done, and I don’t have a clue as to how to get their cards ready now. Well, you really need to get somebody to help you at the Family History Center. That’s where I have to go next. I did call Salt Lake City And got some help, but not enough.
BETH…
August 2, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
I need Paul’s father’s address. I want to write him a letter, and tell him how much I enjoyed his book.
Going To Visit Lainie Today
August 1, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments [5]
The whole clan is going to drop in on Lainie down in Galveston today, leaving in just a few. We should be there about lunchtime.
This will be the first time I’ve seen Galveston since Ike hit, so I’m not sure what to expect. We’re looking forward to seeing Lainie’s new digs.
Moving On
July 30, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
Lainie’s moving into her new place, and Carmen and Jason found a big two-story house. They’re moving out this week-end. They have lots of help from church members, Tony and Austin, and Jason’s friends. It’s in the same neighborhood, so they’ll be in the same Ward and Jordan will be in the same school. They’re previous landlord is doing a quick sale on his house. It is such a beautiful home. Oh, well. We don’t have a thing to worry about with Obamacare on the march.
Z-z-z-z-z-z-z
July 29, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
I’ve been up since 6:30 this morning, so you all know what that means. I think I’ll join Eva in a little Z-z-z-z-z.But before that, Bill, I want to remind you about your Uncle Fred.
Lainie – Someone has your Cell Phone
July 26, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
Lainie, a very nice woman called from a laundrymat in texas city and said she found your cell phone. her name is Nita. her phone number is 281-508-3898. She said she would hold it for you. Just give her a call and she’ll get it to you. You both may be in the same apartment complex probably. I thanked her so much for calling to return it.
Mom
July 24, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments [1]
I wanted to post the address I currently live at and my future address when I move next week. After all the costs of moving next week’ the moving truck and new deposits for gas etc. I have absolutely no money left for food. I was hoping you could look around your house and make me a food package. I won’t have another dime for food for three more weeks after today. Anything, you can find and put in a box would be really appreciated. If you can send it today or tomorrow I should get it at this current address cause I dont move until next friday. The address here is “2701 13th avenue noth texas city , texas 77590. the future address is 2119 avenue N, galveston , texas 77550
Quote
July 22, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments [3]
I love this one. I wish I had paid attention, and read it over and over, and embeeded it in my mind, and then maybe I could have voided some of the pitfalls in my life. It is this: By President Ezra Taft Benson (1899-1904. He said, “When obedience ceases to be an irritant and becomes our quest, in that moment God will endow us with power.” How very simple. How very true. I read my Patriarchal Blessing, and sadly see the missteps. But once we make the mistakes, they cannot be undone. They can only be repented of. However….at least “He remembers the sins no more”.
Bill….
July 18, 2009 | Uncategorized | No Comments
Your Uncle Fred will have been deceased one year on August 5th (I think??). His temple work should be done as soon as possible. If you don’t know how to do the NEWFAMILY program, someone in the Family History Center will help you prepare his card. You will probably have to wait until your youth group goes to the temple for baptisms…that’s the most difficult ordinance to get done. Then you can do the rest in one day. Do it soon. Fred shouldn’t have to stay in the spirit prison. It’s dismal there, compared to paradise, I’m sure. Fred was a wonderful man. And remember…your Aunt Amanda told you to “Seal Away!!!” I take that as firm permission. You don’t need anymore.
LOVE MOM
How is the work stuff coming?
LAINIE….
July 6, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments [3]
Bring us up to date. Is Casey with you? Did you get an apartment on the beach?
What’s happening? Do you still work at the same place, and I’ve forgotten. Either Home Depot or Lowe’s. My brain has almost leaked away.
I tried calling you at exactly 9:30 PM EST, but didn’t leave a message. I would like very much to talk to you.
Buddy…It’s been a long,long time since I’ve talked to you. I didn’t even get the chance when we were in Birmingham. Please call me from time to time. You’ll be glad that you did, and sad that you didn’t.
I would give my right arm to spend just five minutes with my mother. She’s been gone for over 48 long years, and I cannot even remember the sound of her voice.
You only have one mother in a lifetime. I have always regretted not cherishing the short time I had with mine. I didn’t know it was going to be brought to a close so quickly.
And Heaven Forbid that I should EVER have to bury a child!!
Paralegal
June 24, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments [4]
Melissa has been invited to interview for a Paralegal position. I am laying out prayers and appreciations for Bill and all those that need good employment. Join with me in getting another shout upstairs that Melissa aces this interview:)
Love all of you. I am also debuting with a new Folk duo tonight… wish us luck as well:)
Love,
Bud