I have been searching for the wife of Josiah Beall (1715-1768) to no avail. With so many people with the same name, it is hard to match everyone up. Their is a Josiah Beall (1725-1808)
(of John, of James, of Alex 1625). who married Millicent Bradley (daughter of Robert Bradley) but it is not through my line.These two Josiah's were born 10 years apart. Judge Josiah Beall had a brother named Col. Samuel Beall and his daughter (Amelia Beall) married Thaddeus.
Thaddeus Beall 1741 - 1808 was son of Josiah (of John, of Alexander 1644)Beall.
According to the will of Judge Josiah Beall, Thaddeus Beall was the said administrator. An inventory and appraisal of the "Goods and Chattel's" of Josiah Beall was made on December 1, 1768 and recorded in Sept. 1769. This inventory details hundreds of items of personal property along with a list of seven slaves. These items were left to the seven children of Josiah.
None of the documents give any clue to the identity of Josiah's wife with the possible exception of the monogram "IMB." appearing on 1/2 dozen old teaspoons. "Engraving authorities identify the "I" as an early day capitol "J". This could have been for Josiah Magruder Beall or it could have been her initials after marriage. Either way, in those days, the women had things like silverware,dishes, and stemware monogramed along with sheets, pillowcases and napkins. Why it was done this way, I don't know.
In all my searching, I have not found any documents stating who was the mother of Thaddeus. There is one clue in that he (Thaddeus) named a daughter Maezah. Most of the children were named for previous family members. First daughter after father's grandmother, second daughter after mother's grandmother, third daughter after father's mother and so on down the line. The third daughter is Maezah Beall who married Thomas Dent. This name has not shown up in the family before this time. Each generation after has a daughter named Maezah/Mazie/Maxa. I would like some opinion's on this theory. How can I found out for sure- what is the name of the wife of Judge Josiah Beall?
Monday, March 25, 2013
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
SANCTITY OF LIFE STORY
I read a story on facebook today by my niece about her children. I hope she doesn't mind that I copy it to my blog for I want alot of people to read it. So many people get in a situation and make the wrong decision about their lives. Young girls need to realize that children are a gift from GOD and not to be destroyed. They have a purpose in this world. GOD doesn't make mistakes and each and every one who survives birth will go on to be a blessing to the Lord.
I wish there was some way to let the young people know how to head in the right direction. I know that going to church helps but all parents don't go to church and don't care if the children go. We can't teach them in school anymore about GOD. When I was growing up, we had a pledge of alligence to the flag and then a morning devotional. Then we had a prayer. Why can't people understand that we need GOD in our lives. If we go back to the constitution, and learn about the people who wrote it, then we see that religion was worshiping GOD. Our country was based on God, and not religion. We came to this country to worship God. God was in the old countries and each one worshiped a different way. We were almost ordered how to worship GOD and this country is getting back to that same concept of telling us who we can worship or who is not allowed. I don't understand how people can misconstrue that religion is not God. Sometimes I think that the constitution should have been worded a little different. GOD should be in it. Unfortunately, there was only a reference to GOD by using the word, "religion". Where would this county be if GOD hadn't shown the people how to establish it. Lets get back to GOD.
The following is the story by Kimberley Dudley Harrison,(my niece). I am so glad of her choices in life and I hope other girls follow her examples.
"In January 2000 I was a 17 year-old senior, just beginning my final semester of high school. I was shocked and saddened to learn that I was pregnant. Pregnant? Me? I had already been accepted to the University of West Georgia the month before, and was in the process of filling out the paper work to begin classes that Fall. Everything had changed. All of my well-laid plans were gone. As me, Joe, and my family dealt with this unexpected hurdle, we began to sort out all of the "what next" questions? Though I knew 100% what I had to do, and WANTED to do, I was not at all surprised when, at my first doctor's appointment, I was asked the question: "Do you want to continue the pregnancy?" Of course I did, but I wasn't at all surprised at the question. I was 17 and unmarried. I knew I had to own up to my responsibilities, but even at such a young age I couldn't help but think about how many girls before me and how many after me would have said no thanks. With a swift decision, my college dreams could continue, life could "go on" , and my well-laid plans could still play out. The "blob", or "mass of tissue", as so many believe, could disappear, just like that! BUT, HIS mercy is unfailing! It SURE wasn't easy, but with love and support from our friends and family, Joe and I had our baby boy nine months later. My handsome Joseph Alexander. Countless people sacrificed as Joe worked and I went to school to earn my degree. Our path took a detour, but ALL things work together for the good of those who Love Him.
Fast forward 4 years and 3 months...
So, yes, I will tell you LOUDLY and without hesitation that I am 100% pro-life! My life hasn't been easy, and it hasn't been all that I imagined it to be. It has been more. My children were NEVER blobs or tissue, they are FEARFULLY and WONDERFULLY made! They have a story to tell. There is a plan for their lives. I am humbled to be their mom. I certainly don't deserve them, but I so thankful that God's ways are better than mine, even when he takes me on a detour!
Psalm 139:13-16
13 For you created my inmost being;
you knit me together in my mother’s womb.
14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful,
I know that full well.
15 My frame was not hidden from you
when I was made in the secret place,
when I was woven together in the depths of the earth.
16 Your eyes saw my unformed body;
all the days ordained for me were written in your book
before one of them came to be.
I wish there was some way to let the young people know how to head in the right direction. I know that going to church helps but all parents don't go to church and don't care if the children go. We can't teach them in school anymore about GOD. When I was growing up, we had a pledge of alligence to the flag and then a morning devotional. Then we had a prayer. Why can't people understand that we need GOD in our lives. If we go back to the constitution, and learn about the people who wrote it, then we see that religion was worshiping GOD. Our country was based on God, and not religion. We came to this country to worship God. God was in the old countries and each one worshiped a different way. We were almost ordered how to worship GOD and this country is getting back to that same concept of telling us who we can worship or who is not allowed. I don't understand how people can misconstrue that religion is not God. Sometimes I think that the constitution should have been worded a little different. GOD should be in it. Unfortunately, there was only a reference to GOD by using the word, "religion". Where would this county be if GOD hadn't shown the people how to establish it. Lets get back to GOD.
The following is the story by Kimberley Dudley Harrison,(my niece). I am so glad of her choices in life and I hope other girls follow her examples.
"In January 2000 I was a 17 year-old senior, just beginning my final semester of high school. I was shocked and saddened to learn that I was pregnant. Pregnant? Me? I had already been accepted to the University of West Georgia the month before, and was in the process of filling out the paper work to begin classes that Fall. Everything had changed. All of my well-laid plans were gone. As me, Joe, and my family dealt with this unexpected hurdle, we began to sort out all of the "what next" questions? Though I knew 100% what I had to do, and WANTED to do, I was not at all surprised when, at my first doctor's appointment, I was asked the question: "Do you want to continue the pregnancy?" Of course I did, but I wasn't at all surprised at the question. I was 17 and unmarried. I knew I had to own up to my responsibilities, but even at such a young age I couldn't help but think about how many girls before me and how many after me would have said no thanks. With a swift decision, my college dreams could continue, life could "go on" , and my well-laid plans could still play out. The "blob", or "mass of tissue", as so many believe, could disappear, just like that! BUT, HIS mercy is unfailing! It SURE wasn't easy, but with love and support from our friends and family, Joe and I had our baby boy nine months later. My handsome Joseph Alexander. Countless people sacrificed as Joe worked and I went to school to earn my degree. Our path took a detour, but ALL things work together for the good of those who Love Him.
Fast forward 4 years and 3 months...
So, yes, I will tell you LOUDLY and without hesitation that I am 100% pro-life! My life hasn't been easy, and it hasn't been all that I imagined it to be. It has been more. My children were NEVER blobs or tissue, they are FEARFULLY and WONDERFULLY made! They have a story to tell. There is a plan for their lives. I am humbled to be their mom. I certainly don't deserve them, but I so thankful that God's ways are better than mine, even when he takes me on a detour!
Psalm 139:13-16
13 For you created my inmost being;
you knit me together in my mother’s womb.
14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful,
I know that full well.
15 My frame was not hidden from you
when I was made in the secret place,
when I was woven together in the depths of the earth.
16 Your eyes saw my unformed body;
all the days ordained for me were written in your book
before one of them came to be.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
ADVICE TO A YOUNG LADY
"ADVICE TO A YOUNG LADY"
More than sixty years ago, one of the young ladies of our city paid a visit to relatives in Franklin, Ga. Upon returning home, she left at the home of the late Col. John B. Beall, her shaw, a little sacque, and a peleasse. In sending the packages containing these articles to her, Col. Beall added a letter. This was recently found and the philosophy of it, as well as its quaints as, is such as to make it of lateral to others. The recipient of the letter has kept it since before her marriage sixty-two years ago, and now presents it for publication. It is as follows:
Franklin, Ga, Aug. 22, 1872.
Dear Rhoda:
Enclosed find a sack to cover your stays, A shawl for your back, and a fine peleasse.
I'm so stupid today, that is looking around, For somewhat to say, only this I have found,
And your pardon I ask: Will you give it to me? For the self-given task, and the bold simile!
Last year will be a stay, that shall fasten and bind Any impulse of temper disposing your mind
To words, bitter words, to conseration sad strife Which mar all the beauty, the glory of life.
A loved one constrained by the ties of the world The ceaseless turmoil and versital whirl.
Some unkind expression may chance to let fall Some seeming reproof, that stir up your gall
And the impulse will start--let the stay bind it down Not a word of retore! not even a frown.
But to bring him to sorrow in sackcloth and ashes Let a crystal-like tear deck your dark silken lashes
Let the sack be the smile that shall ever impart A veil for the wound that may probe to the heart
And the effort of will that it hides shall control The bitter resentment that springs in the soul
Until anger, forgetting expressions shall prove That the magic of smiles may convert it to Love.
And the grateful flow of the la polonalse Let it figure the graves, the charm I will say
Of the milad, of the heart, the charm that shall ever via The eye of affection and keep from sin.
A mantle of charity to hide in the breast The faults that are seen in the wall of the best
A cloak of discroties, to hide from mankind, From the sharp ear of Rumor, the blade like the wind
Of the desert, those things that are marred to home And the breast of affection, wherever we roam.
And the shawl, it is love that warms the whole life and skate out the world, with contention and strife;
Shouts out the cold winds of fear and distrust, Of suspicion whose breath will cover like a rust;
Keeps the oval warm with a spirit-like fire While it builds open hope, rising higher and higher,
Till faith gives it wings, and upward it flies, Cuts loose from its armor and rests in the skies.
Dear cousin, farewell, when my head is laid low And my time shall have come to depart
May you feel that the humor larglous my pea It is warmed by a loving heart.
Your affectionate,
John Bramblett Beall
To Miss Rhoda Frances Merrell, later Mrs. William Beall
Friday, September 21, 2012
THE FIVE MINUTE RULE WITH GOD
I received this GOD CHART in an e-mail the other day and since it only had the chapter and verse from the Bible, I decided to add the verses to it so I wouldn't have to look them up when I was reading. Some of the reference verses made sence to me and some of them didn't, but it still is a great read and it lets people know how much God loves them and takes care of them. He watches over us daily and sometimes we take him for granted. He blesses us so much that we should thank him everyday. Just look around and see all the things that he had given us. No one could ever thank him enough in our life time for all he has done. People write songs about him and glorify him but it still isn't enough. Please take time today for just 5 minuets to thank God for your life. Just 5 minutes isn't a very long time and yet if you make it a habit to spend 5 minutes with God everyday, you will see a difference. All he asked of us is 10 % and that includes your time. In 24 hours, we should give him 2 hours and 40 minutes a day, so we all fall short. Most people just visit church on Sunday and a few on Wednesday night so just try 5 minutes a day for a change. When you first wake up in the morning, take a minute to thank God for waking up today. At each meal, thank him and a minute at bedtime to thank him for the day. You will see that you really have time for God and all his blessings will begin to pour in and fill you with his love. He took time to make you and mold you in his image and I don't think 5 minutes is much time to give back. Then you will find that you have a little more time each day for GOD.
YOU SAY---GOD SAYS
You say: "It's impossible", God says: 'All things are possible'.
Luke 18:27- and He said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with GOD.
You say "I'm too tired", God says: 'I will give you rest'.
Matthew 11:28-30- Come unto to me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in eart, and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
You say "Nobody really loves me", God says 'I love you'.
John 3:16, John 3:34- For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.
You say: "I can't go on", God says 'My grace is sufficient'.
II Corinthians 12:7,9 & Psalm 91:15- But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. To another faith by the same Spirit; to another the gifts of healing by the same Spirit. He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honor him.
You say: "I can't figure things out". God says 'I will direct your steps'.
Proverbs 3:5,6-Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
You say: "I can't do it", God says 'You can do all things'.
Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
You say: "I'm not able" God says 'I am able'.
II Corinthians 9:8- And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work.
You say "It's not worth it", God says 'It will be worth it'.
Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
You say: "I can't forgive mself" God says 'I forgive you'.
I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1-If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
You say: "I can't manage", God says 'I will supply all your needs'.
Philippians 4:19- But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
You say: "I'm afraid", God says 'I have not given you a spirit of fear'.
II Timothy 1:7-Desiring to be teachers of the law; understanding neither what they say, nor whereof they affirm.
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated" God says 'Cast all your cares on ME'.
I Peter 5:7-Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
You say: "I'm not smart enough", God says 'I give you wisdom'.
I Corinthians 1:30 But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption.
You say: "I fell all alone" God says 'I will never leave you or forsake you'.
Hebrews 13:5-Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I WILL NEVER LEAVE THEE, NOR FORSAKE THEE.
God determines who walks into your life.....it's up to you to decide who you let walk away, who you let stay, and who you refuse to let go.
Father, God, bless all my friends in whatever it is that you know they may need this day. And may their lives be full of your peace, prosperity and power as they seek to have a closer relationship with you. Amen.
Please take five minutes today for GOD and he will pour out a blessing that you can't contain.
YOU SAY---GOD SAYS
You say: "It's impossible", God says: 'All things are possible'.
Luke 18:27- and He said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with GOD.
You say "I'm too tired", God says: 'I will give you rest'.
Matthew 11:28-30- Come unto to me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in eart, and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
You say "Nobody really loves me", God says 'I love you'.
John 3:16, John 3:34- For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.
You say: "I can't go on", God says 'My grace is sufficient'.
II Corinthians 12:7,9 & Psalm 91:15- But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. To another faith by the same Spirit; to another the gifts of healing by the same Spirit. He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honor him.
You say: "I can't figure things out". God says 'I will direct your steps'.
Proverbs 3:5,6-Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
You say: "I can't do it", God says 'You can do all things'.
Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
You say: "I'm not able" God says 'I am able'.
II Corinthians 9:8- And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work.
You say "It's not worth it", God says 'It will be worth it'.
Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
You say: "I can't forgive mself" God says 'I forgive you'.
I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1-If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
You say: "I can't manage", God says 'I will supply all your needs'.
Philippians 4:19- But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
You say: "I'm afraid", God says 'I have not given you a spirit of fear'.
II Timothy 1:7-Desiring to be teachers of the law; understanding neither what they say, nor whereof they affirm.
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated" God says 'Cast all your cares on ME'.
I Peter 5:7-Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
You say: "I'm not smart enough", God says 'I give you wisdom'.
I Corinthians 1:30 But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption.
You say: "I fell all alone" God says 'I will never leave you or forsake you'.
Hebrews 13:5-Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I WILL NEVER LEAVE THEE, NOR FORSAKE THEE.
God determines who walks into your life.....it's up to you to decide who you let walk away, who you let stay, and who you refuse to let go.
Father, God, bless all my friends in whatever it is that you know they may need this day. And may their lives be full of your peace, prosperity and power as they seek to have a closer relationship with you. Amen.
Please take five minutes today for GOD and he will pour out a blessing that you can't contain.
Monday, August 20, 2012
MEMORIAL FOR CONNIE CULBERSON
A precious friend crossed over the river, that she sang about so often, this passed weekend. Connie Culberson. A wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and Christian person to just be around. Her husband sang a song titled "Sweet, Sweet Spirit" and that was Connie. Her sweet spirit could be felt just being around her. And her singing could lift you up to heaven. "I've never been this homesick before" or "The Anchor Holds" would send chills throught you and you knew that the Lord was in the house and was in her singing. She will be missed by her family and friends. The following are a couple of comments from her facebook page where everyone left messages for the family.
"My sweet friend Connie Culberson
You fought a good fight with this battle of Cancer, but God saw fit to call you home today, I am so thankful he brought us together as close sisters in Christ. When you woke up and told Fay and Me that you would tell Mama hey for us I knew it would only be a matter of minutes before you went home to be with OUR HEAVENLY FATHER, Now you have your perfect healing, with a beautiful smile you went home, I will see you again one day, but until that day I will miss your smile,and will always remember the love you had for me, this is not a good bye my sweet friend it is I will see you later."
"My love and prayers go out to all. What an awesome lady my Connie has been. She sang like an angel, soared like an eagle through storms of life and marched as a mighty warrior! She was one of my blessings. So thankful God sent her and her family my way. Rest in peace, sweet Connie! And may ministering angels be with all of us who were left behind."
OBITUARY
Survivors include her husband Jerry Thomas Culberson; her mother, Anna Kate Smith Justice; six sons, Kiley Smith, Jason Culberson, Jason Morris, Jeremy Culberson, Bryant Culberson, and Randy Randolph; two daughters, Jennifer Culberson and Katie Culberson; two sisters, Barbara Maxwell of Forney, AL. , and Christine Simpson of Gaylesville, AL. ; fourteen grandchildren and ten nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday August 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM from the Mt. Calvary Free Will Baptist Church with Jackie Culberson, Milford Williams, and David Blasengame officiating. Interment will follow in the Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery in Rome.
The family will receive friends Monday August 20, 2012 at Mt. Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Shannon from 5:00 until 8:00 PM.
"My sweet friend Connie Culberson
You fought a good fight with this battle of Cancer, but God saw fit to call you home today, I am so thankful he brought us together as close sisters in Christ. When you woke up and told Fay and Me that you would tell Mama hey for us I knew it would only be a matter of minutes before you went home to be with OUR HEAVENLY FATHER, Now you have your perfect healing, with a beautiful smile you went home, I will see you again one day, but until that day I will miss your smile,and will always remember the love you had for me, this is not a good bye my sweet friend it is I will see you later."
"My love and prayers go out to all. What an awesome lady my Connie has been. She sang like an angel, soared like an eagle through storms of life and marched as a mighty warrior! She was one of my blessings. So thankful God sent her and her family my way. Rest in peace, sweet Connie! And may ministering angels be with all of us who were left behind."
OBITUARY
Mrs. Connie Faye Smith Culberson, age 62 of Shannon, passed away Saturday morning at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born Dec. 3, 1949.
Connie was a lifelong resident of Floyd County and a 1967 graduate of Coosa High School. In 1981 she became a graduate from the Walker Technical Institute where she obtained her Associates Degree in Accounting. She was employed by Riverside Chevrolet in the accounting department. Connie was of the Baptist faith and served on the WMU at Eastview Baptist Church, Unity Baptist Church, and Bible Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her father, Tip Minton Smith and a niece, Donna Maxwell of Forney, AL. Survivors include her husband Jerry Thomas Culberson; her mother, Anna Kate Smith Justice; six sons, Kiley Smith, Jason Culberson, Jason Morris, Jeremy Culberson, Bryant Culberson, and Randy Randolph; two daughters, Jennifer Culberson and Katie Culberson; two sisters, Barbara Maxwell of Forney, AL. , and Christine Simpson of Gaylesville, AL. ; fourteen grandchildren and ten nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday August 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM from the Mt. Calvary Free Will Baptist Church with Jackie Culberson, Milford Williams, and David Blasengame officiating. Interment will follow in the Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery in Rome.
The family will receive friends Monday August 20, 2012 at Mt. Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Shannon from 5:00 until 8:00 PM.
Friday, August 3, 2012
Lady Isabella Matilda of Mar, Countess of Carrick
When I started this journey many years ago, I never knew where it would take me. I met many cousins in the different areas of the United States and sent them numerous e-mails to stay in touch. But the most amazing fact that I found was a King. I had studed this person in History and had seen Braveheart many times but I thought that my line was no where near related to Royalty. One cousin who contacted me sent me knowledge that a distant cousin had traced our line through the Magruders back to Robert the Bruce. Well I did some googleing and started with Verlinda Magruder. She was the great grandmother of Martha Peyton Beall and Gen. Frederick Beall who are my third great grandparents. Verlinda was the daughter of Samuel Magruder and Sarah Beall. So this family of Bealls and Magruders married in the families for many generations.
Verlinda's great grandmother was Lady Margaret Campbell of Perthshire, Scotland. Margaret's great grandmother was Lady Isabel Elizabeth Stewart, Countess of Argyll. The Stewart line traces back to Sir Walter Stewart III of Scotland and Princess Margaret Marjorie Bruce, daughter of Robert the Bruce. There are a lot more interesting facts between these generations. But one thing that I read about was Lady Isabella Matilda of Mar, Countess of Carrick. She was born in the year 1277 and died in 1296. Her Scottish Gaelic spelling is Iseabail. She was the first wife of Robert the Bruce and the grandmother of Robert II of Scotland, founder of the royal House of Stuart. She died before Robert was crowned King of Scots and never became queen. Robert mourned her death for over 5 years.
She was the daughter of Domhnall I, Earl of Mar and Helen (or Ellen) of Wales (1246-1295), the illegitimate daughter of Llymelyn ab Lorwerth ("the Great")Prince of Wales; she had previously been the wife of Maol Cholouim II Earl of Fife. She was a wealthy woman in her own right. Her lands were most of the northeastern section of Inverness. Isabella spoke Gaelic and High English. She was an educated lady of medieval time. Her father was one of the seven guardians of Scotland who believed Robert Bruce to be the rightful King of Scotland. Despite the considerable risks, the Earl of Mar could foresee the advantage of the two families joining in marriage and bearing an heir to the throne, and the marriage of Isabella and Robert was arranged. Mar was the first to sign over the estates of his family to the Bruce.
Isabella was married to Robert at the age of 18 and legend has it that they were much in love. Shortly after their marriage Isabella became pregnant. She had a healthy pregnancy but she died soon after giving birth to a daughter, Marjorie Bruce in 1296. Isabella is buried at Paisley Abbey, Renfrewshire.
Robert married his second wife, Elizabeth de Burgh six years later. Isabella's daughter, Princess Marjorie (died 1316) married Walter Stewart, 6th High Steward of Scotland, and their son became Robert II of Scotland. From him descend the monarchs of the House of Stewart and the later royal families of the United Kingdom.
Any reference to Isabella being taken prisoner by the English in 1306 I think is false. Robert's marriage to Elizabeth took place in 1302 so she is probably the one taken prisoner. Robert was born in 1274 and died in 1329.
source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isabella_of_Mar
Verlinda's great grandmother was Lady Margaret Campbell of Perthshire, Scotland. Margaret's great grandmother was Lady Isabel Elizabeth Stewart, Countess of Argyll. The Stewart line traces back to Sir Walter Stewart III of Scotland and Princess Margaret Marjorie Bruce, daughter of Robert the Bruce. There are a lot more interesting facts between these generations. But one thing that I read about was Lady Isabella Matilda of Mar, Countess of Carrick. She was born in the year 1277 and died in 1296. Her Scottish Gaelic spelling is Iseabail. She was the first wife of Robert the Bruce and the grandmother of Robert II of Scotland, founder of the royal House of Stuart. She died before Robert was crowned King of Scots and never became queen. Robert mourned her death for over 5 years.
She was the daughter of Domhnall I, Earl of Mar and Helen (or Ellen) of Wales (1246-1295), the illegitimate daughter of Llymelyn ab Lorwerth ("the Great")Prince of Wales; she had previously been the wife of Maol Cholouim II Earl of Fife. She was a wealthy woman in her own right. Her lands were most of the northeastern section of Inverness. Isabella spoke Gaelic and High English. She was an educated lady of medieval time. Her father was one of the seven guardians of Scotland who believed Robert Bruce to be the rightful King of Scotland. Despite the considerable risks, the Earl of Mar could foresee the advantage of the two families joining in marriage and bearing an heir to the throne, and the marriage of Isabella and Robert was arranged. Mar was the first to sign over the estates of his family to the Bruce.
Isabella was married to Robert at the age of 18 and legend has it that they were much in love. Shortly after their marriage Isabella became pregnant. She had a healthy pregnancy but she died soon after giving birth to a daughter, Marjorie Bruce in 1296. Isabella is buried at Paisley Abbey, Renfrewshire.
Robert married his second wife, Elizabeth de Burgh six years later. Isabella's daughter, Princess Marjorie (died 1316) married Walter Stewart, 6th High Steward of Scotland, and their son became Robert II of Scotland. From him descend the monarchs of the House of Stewart and the later royal families of the United Kingdom.
Any reference to Isabella being taken prisoner by the English in 1306 I think is false. Robert's marriage to Elizabeth took place in 1302 so she is probably the one taken prisoner. Robert was born in 1274 and died in 1329.
source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isabella_of_Mar
Friday, July 20, 2012
THE WOODEN BOWL
I guarantee you will remember the tale of the Wooden Bowl tomorrow, a week from now, a month from now, A year from now.
A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and
four-year-old grandson. The old man's hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered. The family ate together at the table. Buy the elderly grandfather's shaky hands and failing sight made eating difficult.. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor.
When he grasped the glass, milk spilled on the tablecloth. The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess. 'We must do something about father,' said the son. 'I've had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor.'
So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner. There, Grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed dinner. Since Grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl.
When the family glanced in Grandfather's direction, sometimes he had a tear in his eye as he sat alone. Still, the only words the couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or spilled food.
The four-year-old watched it all in silence. One evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with wood scraps on the floor.
He asked the child sweetly, 'What are you making?' Just as sweetly, the
boy responded, 'Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and Mama to eat your food in when I grow up. '
The four-year-old smiled and went back to work. The words struck the parents so that they were speechless. Then tears started to stream down their cheeks.. Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done.
That evening the husband took Grandfather's hand and gently led him back to the family table. For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with the family. And for some reason, Neither husband nor wife seemed to care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth soiled.
On a positive note,
I've learned that, no matter what happens, how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles four things: A rainy day,the elderly, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.
I've learned that making a 'living' is not the same thing as making a
'life.'
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands.You need to be able to throw something back sometimes.
I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But, if you focus on your family, your friends, the needs of others, your work and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you.
I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I
usually make the right decision.
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.
I've learned that every day, you should reach out and touch someone.
People love that human touch -- holding hands, a warm hug, or just a
friendly pat on the back.
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.
This was an e-mail that I received today and I so enjoyed it that I wanted to add it to my blog. I am getting to a point in my life where I have to have a few things done for me that I can't do any more. Can't bend over and pick up things out of the floor. Hold on to the doors and walls when I walk through the house. My hearing is going and I have had eye surgery on my right eye and in the near future, will have it done on the left eye. In the mean time I take care about what I do and don't go outside without my cane. I have fallen to many times to go without it.
The golden rule that I learned a long time ago"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." This was on a banner in my school room just about everyday of my life. The bible say to honor thy father and thy mother that their days may be long on the land. Many people in this day and age forget who took care of them when they were growing up. Even animals take care of their young until they are able to fend for themselves.
Don't forget the elderly. An old saying but it is so true. "There but for the grace of GOD go I." My former husband has always been an independent person and took care of himself. In the last couple of months, he health has deteriorated and he can't even walk. No one knows what the future holds for us. We may be in the same shoes as the man with the wooden bowl. My dad and step-mom were well taken care until the day they died. No one grumbled or complained about the spills they made or changing the bed linens. You say well that is embarrassing, but GOD provided the means for us to be able to fetch and carry for them until the end. There are no regrets. We miss them and would love to talk to them again but I know they are together again and watching over us and waiting for us to arrive and introduce us to the rest of the family that has gone on before us.
A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and
four-year-old grandson. The old man's hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered. The family ate together at the table. Buy the elderly grandfather's shaky hands and failing sight made eating difficult.. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor.
When he grasped the glass, milk spilled on the tablecloth. The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess. 'We must do something about father,' said the son. 'I've had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor.'
So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner. There, Grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed dinner. Since Grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl.
When the family glanced in Grandfather's direction, sometimes he had a tear in his eye as he sat alone. Still, the only words the couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or spilled food.
The four-year-old watched it all in silence. One evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with wood scraps on the floor.
He asked the child sweetly, 'What are you making?' Just as sweetly, the
boy responded, 'Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and Mama to eat your food in when I grow up. '
The four-year-old smiled and went back to work. The words struck the parents so that they were speechless. Then tears started to stream down their cheeks.. Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done.
That evening the husband took Grandfather's hand and gently led him back to the family table. For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with the family. And for some reason, Neither husband nor wife seemed to care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth soiled.
On a positive note,
I've learned that, no matter what happens, how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles four things: A rainy day,the elderly, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.
I've learned that making a 'living' is not the same thing as making a
'life.'
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands.You need to be able to throw something back sometimes.
I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But, if you focus on your family, your friends, the needs of others, your work and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you.
I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I
usually make the right decision.
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.
I've learned that every day, you should reach out and touch someone.
People love that human touch -- holding hands, a warm hug, or just a
friendly pat on the back.
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.
This was an e-mail that I received today and I so enjoyed it that I wanted to add it to my blog. I am getting to a point in my life where I have to have a few things done for me that I can't do any more. Can't bend over and pick up things out of the floor. Hold on to the doors and walls when I walk through the house. My hearing is going and I have had eye surgery on my right eye and in the near future, will have it done on the left eye. In the mean time I take care about what I do and don't go outside without my cane. I have fallen to many times to go without it.
The golden rule that I learned a long time ago"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." This was on a banner in my school room just about everyday of my life. The bible say to honor thy father and thy mother that their days may be long on the land. Many people in this day and age forget who took care of them when they were growing up. Even animals take care of their young until they are able to fend for themselves.
Don't forget the elderly. An old saying but it is so true. "There but for the grace of GOD go I." My former husband has always been an independent person and took care of himself. In the last couple of months, he health has deteriorated and he can't even walk. No one knows what the future holds for us. We may be in the same shoes as the man with the wooden bowl. My dad and step-mom were well taken care until the day they died. No one grumbled or complained about the spills they made or changing the bed linens. You say well that is embarrassing, but GOD provided the means for us to be able to fetch and carry for them until the end. There are no regrets. We miss them and would love to talk to them again but I know they are together again and watching over us and waiting for us to arrive and introduce us to the rest of the family that has gone on before us.
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