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Not Your Grand-Pappy's Granite: Unearthing the Quirky Cool of "Zinkies" (aka White Bronze Monuments)
These monuments weren't carved from stone. Instead, they were cast in sections of pure zinc, which were then bolted together
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Sep 154 min read


John Sebring: The Man Who Named a Town Sebringville Ontario
John Sebring, an American who arrived in the area in 1834, is credited with founding the community. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to...
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Sep 141 min read


Beyond the Headstone: Why Cemeteries are Our Unexpected Museums
We visit art galleries to see the work of past masters, and museums to connect with our history. Cemeteries offer the same opportunity
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Sep 82 min read


D2 vs. Wet & Forget: A Pro's Guide to Choosing Your Headstone Cleaner
D2 vs. Wet and Forget. Which is best?
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Sep 53 min read


A Walk Through Time: A Guide to the Historic Cemeteries of Perth County
Each cemetery is a unique archive, offering a tangible link to the pioneers, farmers, artisans, and families who built this region.
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Sep 33 min read


Beyond the Grave: Should We Leave Headstone Care in Our Wills?
Should we include the perpetual care of our headstone in our wills, explicitly assigning this responsibility to our family members?
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Sep 22 min read


A Legacy Etched in Stone: The Pioneer Families of Harrington Cemetery
The Harrington Cemetery is a profound testament to the early settlers of this area. As you walk among the stones, you are walking through..
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Sep 12 min read


Resting in Pieces: Decoding the Dictionary of Death Markers
Appreciate the subtle differences, the historical context, and maybe even chuckle a little at the thought of our ancestors trying to one-up
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Aug 313 min read


Labour Day - Finally, I Return to My Family Reunion in Michigan.
This Labor Day, my mom and I decided to make the pilgrimage. Our mission? A little soul-searching, a lot of memory-making, and a good scrubb
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Aug 292 min read


Operation: "Find Great Grandma's Rock" – A Canadian's Guide to Michigan Mayhem
You, my friend, are now equipped with a battle plan. Print those maps. Laminate them if you must. Highlight the paths. You are no longer jus
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Aug 283 min read


So, You Wanna Be a Super Sleuth of Your Southwestern Ontario Roots, Eh? 🕵️♀️🍁 (Don't Panic!)
You wanna know who your great-aunt Mildred actually married that third time? Or if that rumour about your grandpa being secretly related to
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Aug 273 min read


Decoration Day: Our Ancestors, Our Memorials, and Our Tradition
They place fresh flowers 💐, potted plants, or other decorations on the graves, symbolizing enduring love and remembrance.
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Aug 252 min read


Headstone Tourist: My Hilariously Morbid Journey into Ancestry
Turns out, cemeteries are basically outdoor history museums, just with significantly less gift shop merchandise.
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Aug 242 min read
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