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Ambroise Abraham Richard, born in 1815 in a French-Canadian community in Québec, faced significant choices shaped by political unrest and personal circumstances. His decision to migrate for land and opportunity in Ontario led to cultural adaptation and the anglicization of his surname to Richards, impacting his descendants’ identity and legacy profoundly.

On the anniversary of Homer Watson’s death, my friend Amy and I attended a unique paranormal investigation at Homer Watson House & Gallery in Kitchener,…

The Rolling Stones, love them or hate them, they’ve left an undeniable mark on the music world. My journey with them started with a cassette…

This blog post recounts a spontaneous trip to Jasper, Alberta, and the experiences encountered during the visit. The journey begins with a last-minute decision to…

My recently received updated DNA estimates prompted me to document my proud Scottish heritage. My Scottish roots include the Leckie and McKenzie families, with ancestors…

I’m Tina, the person behind the mish mash of interests you find on this site. My Life is my niche and my niche is my life. I’m passionate about a variety of things and I share them all in here … my little slice of the internet.