My Granduncle: Twentieth Century Scottish Stoic

James Williamson My granduncle, James Williamson (1912-1981), was diagnosed with epilepsy at a young age. Earlier, I wrote at length about how this neurological disorder impacted his professional and personal aspirations. I also contemplated how today’s advances in medical and genetic science might have benefitted him. What I did not discuss in that essay is… Continue reading My Granduncle: Twentieth Century Scottish Stoic

There’s No Place Like a New Home

52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Week 4 - Theory in Progress Prompt: There are times when you aren’t quite sure what is right in your research. This is a good week to explore a theory that you have about someone in your family tree. Feel free to post your links and stories in the comments.… Continue reading There’s No Place Like a New Home