Category Archives: Daily Writings and funnies…

Stories, some of my growing up, some whimsical and funny, and some just because….

Family Photographs… and their stories: Finding Nancy Drew

Posted on July 29, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

Do you see Nancy Drew? Isn’t it always the case… look for one thing… and find another unexpected surprise. My husband strongly believes that it’s meant to be. While looking for a specific photo today to complete a post… and … Continue reading →

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Family Stories: Button… Button, Who’s Got The Button

Posted on July 29, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

The contents of my favorite button jar… mostly all coming from my mother. I can only assume she cut them off the many clothes that came her way wile working at the senior center. Those tooth looking buttons look like … Continue reading →

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Family Stories: The Family Who Served… listed at the West Haven Veteran’s Museum

Posted on July 10, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

Family Stories: The Families Who Served… now listed at the West Haven Veteran’s Museum Giuseppe “Joe” Cambino (1896-1972), Private 1st Class… enlisted in the Army on July 20, 1917. Giuseppe had only been in the United States a few years… … Continue reading →

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Family Stories: Memorial Day Memories…

Posted on May 30, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

Memorial Day is a time to reflect on those who gave all… for our freedom… and Let us never forget! Edgar “Leroy” McKinley (1924-1945) While both sides of my family lines of Bryan & McKinley have served… as well as … Continue reading →

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Connecticut War Memorials

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

Connecticut War Memorials World War II Veterans Memorial Monument… restored in 1990 by the Historic Wooster Square Association I yearly contribute to the Honor Roll Project of  Heather Wilkinson Rojo – the purpose is to photograph and transcribe Veteran names for family research. Heather’s Blog … Continue reading →

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Craft Junkie: Finishing up my WIP’s

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

Anyone who crafts… knits… and has a hoard stash of supplies… knows that you’ll have several WIP’s (work in progress) laying around. How many times have you searched for certain yarn… or a knitting needle called for in the knitting … Continue reading →

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Weekly Chats: May 12, 2021

Posted on May 12, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

Well I survived my April A to Z blog challenge of blogging everyday except for Sundays… off for good behavior. It was a fun and emotional blog in writing and showcasing my mom through photos and memories. I lost my … Continue reading →

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Savin Rock: Published on Laff in the Dark

Posted on May 12, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

Click Laff in the Dark website for article, photos and more history on Fun Houses around the country… some in operation and some long gone as Savin Rock is. (Savin Rock artwork logo published with permission from George LaCross, with … Continue reading →

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Craft Junkie: EPP Scottie Dogs

Posted on May 7, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

Easter “EPP” Scottie dogs If you’ve never heard of EPP… don’t feel bad, as I had to google it myself when I first heard it mentioned. EPP stands for English Paper Piecing and it’s used in hand sewing with paper … Continue reading →

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Family Stories: Reminiscing on 50 years (1971-2021) of marriage… and how it all began

Posted on May 5, 2021 by Jeanne Bryan Insalaco

Our Family… my daughters favorite photo of us! Where do you start in writing a post on how you met your husband, and the life you’ve shared… with me being a Southern Peach (some might not agree:) and he a … Continue reading →

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