Collecting Your Family TreeWritten by Gayle Olson
What is genealogy and a family tree? Genealogy is a hobby where you collect information about your ancestors, that is, everyone in your family that has lived before you. You collect vital statistics, such as when and where they were born, lived and passed away. From these clues you become a master detective and learn all about their lives. Each family member is like a piece in a puzzle. As you collect and record family stories, pictures and documents, a fascinating tale of your history reveals itself. Building a family tree can be a life-long hobby for you. Maybe, one day, you'll have a granddaughter or grandson to pass this family treasure on to. Just like your ancestors, generations which follow you can read about, and enjoy your very interesting history! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Getting Started The best place to start is with family members you know best. The very first person on your family tree is your immediate family, mom and dad, brothers and sisters, and of course yourself!
| | Madame Alexander DollsWritten by Gayle Olson
For more than 77 years Madame Alexander dolls have found their way into hearts of girls (young and old) and collector's around world. Always elegant, charming and lovable, "Madame Alexander" remains to be a favorite classic toy and collectible each holiday season. As Madame Alexander entered Toy Industry's Hall of Fame in 2000, story of Madame Alexander is also story of evolution of dolls through past century. Madame Alexander was a remarkable woman with a dream and determination to make that dream a reality. Before I introduce you to my personal Madame Alexander "wish list" take time to meet Beatrice Alexander Behrman, woman who made little girls dreams come true. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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