A Smörgåsbord of Stories
In 1902, when James E. Garnett homesteaded in Oklahoma, he named his property Old Kentucky Home Farm. Why did he choose that name? 1910 Map of Harper County, Oklahoma Stephen Foster’s Song The sentimental ballad, My Old Kentucky Home, Good-Night! is frequently shortened … read more
When pursuing the lives of my ancestors, I frequently find myself “down the rabbit hole.” Like Alice, I’m chasing a proverbial white rabbit. Today, this particular genealogical digging adventure led me to Oscar Pile. Karrie Blees – yet another Rabbit Hole Last week, I … read more
It’s my day, so I’m writing about myself. Buckle up as we go back to 2014 for one of my favorite, genealogy-trip stories. Adair County, Kentucky My family has lived in Adair County, Kentucky since the early 1800s. Naturally, I wanted to visit their … read more