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Pioneers of My People

Viewing comments for Chapter 6 "The Mayflower Ancestors"
Vignettes of my ancestors who made me who I am.

13 total reviews 
Comment from Theodore McDowell
Exceptional
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Great stuff, Beth. I'm big on digging into legacies and this one was incredibly interesting and it is a treasure for your family. Well done. It's amazing.

 Comment Written 30-May-2022


reply by the author on 30-May-2022
    Thank you so for your positive response to my story. I really appreciate the six stars on a story I think had just gone off the active list.
    Beth
Comment from Wayne Fowler
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Well written. Interesting story.
35,000,000 you say.
One of my brothers has done a Herculean job of ancestral searching. He's dated us to three generation prior to Adam. (at least a long way back)
Best wishes.

 Comment Written 27-May-2022


reply by the author on 27-May-2022
    Thank you Wayne, I think your brother might have me beat. I went back to 1100 on one line but I wasn't sure I could trust it. I don't most of that 35 million know their line goes back that far. You have to be really interested to get into it. I appreciate you reviewing my stories.
    Beth
Comment from lyenochka
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Thank you for all the work you are doing in researching and tracking the information. I especially liked the inclusion of the letter and that he said, "The Federals treat us very well." What a good thing to know that the prisoners were well treated as they were both Americans!
Comments:
a group of Separatist (Separatists)
and the Carver's took (Carvers) plural
Question about John Howland who sometimes is John Howell in "John Howell became free" and "Howell and Tilley descendants "

 Comment Written 26-May-2022


reply by the author on 26-May-2022
    Thank you so much for the review and for noticing the misspelling. Howland is correct. I saw two places where is was misspelled. I hope I didn't miss any. I don't know if the prisoners were treated as well everywhere but at least there they were.
    Beth
reply by lyenochka on 26-May-2022
    I would imagine President Lincoln reminding them that the Rebel army was full of fellow Americans. I hope they all were treated well.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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WOW!! How great is that. I enjoyed reading. I know I say it every time I read, but this is a great service to your family. They may not appreciate it now, but one day they will.

 Comment Written 26-May-2022


reply by the author on 26-May-2022
    Thank you so much for the review and comments. I know at least two of my daughter are interested.
    Beth
Comment from Ric Myworld
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We can't change the past, only the future. But going back in time, which I was never interested in, is just like shoring up the fountain of a house. Giving us a base of understanding. And to think, had you not sparked my interest, I never would have even considered genealogy. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 26-May-2022


reply by the author on 26-May-2022
    Thank you again for another review. I'm glad I sparked your interest. Don't forget I want to know more about that meeting with the daughter you didn't know about, if and when you're willing to share.
    Beth
reply by Ric Myworld on 26-May-2022
    Thanks for the interest, Beth, and I'll certainly fill you in after we've met in person and gotten to know each other better. :-)
Comment from Annmuma
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WOW. I bet you get up each morning eager to begin your search for ancestors. I love the letters and the detail you share as to who is who. Great writing and I look forward to the next chapter. ann

 Comment Written 26-May-2022


reply by the author on 26-May-2022
    Thank you Ann, I hope I can continue to find stories about them. Two of four children are interested. I'm hoping the other two and my three grandchildren will develop and an interest at some point. It is addictive.
    Beth
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
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In this part of the chapter, historical and genetic, influence of the story is more important than the names, you rightly refer your mother's Lay the ancestors lead back to the Mayflower; the effect makes it a referable story; well said, well done, write, write and post more, share god speed more; encourage positively, forgive errors, b a theist good (rare) author-litterateur, love FS; Alcreator Litt Dear (DR)

 Comment Written 26-May-2022


reply by the author on 26-May-2022
    Thank you Al. I appreciate you continuing to review my stories.
    Beth
Comment from Gert sherwood
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BethShelby about your mother's 'Lay' ancestors lead back to the Mayflower.
your chapter in the book Pioneers of My People
The Mayflower Ancestors
Its amazing how you keep track of your ancestors and have a copy letter written by L.S. Lay
Gert

 Comment Written 25-May-2022


reply by the author on 26-May-2022
    Thank you Gert. I appreciate you reviewing these stories.
    Beth
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
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Of course your children understand names are attached to
stories, right, Beth? You did a great job sorting through all
of the names and positions. Your description about the man
falling into the churning sea during the storm was well done.
Wow, the number of descendants worldwide from the Mayflower
individuals is staggering. I commend you for your meticulous
research. The letter at the end was amazing to read and the know
the original is still around.

alone as a speculator, -->spectator

Respectfully, Jan

 Comment Written 25-May-2022


reply by the author on 26-May-2022
    Thank you Jan for a great review. Most of those people whose ancestors were on the Mayflower will never realize it unless they trace their family lines.
    Beth
Comment from Judy Lawless
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Wow, you do have a very large family of ancestors, Beth! I lost track of all the names, but the little antidotes you shared are interesting. I have Warrens in my family tree too so I was hoping there might be a connection. lol Thanks for sharing this.

 Comment Written 25-May-2022


reply by the author on 26-May-2022
    Thank you Judy. There are a lot of people that never realize they are connected until they trace their lines back. My Warren line is way for back. I appreciate the great review.
    Beth
reply by Judy Lawless on 26-May-2022
    You?re most welcome, Beth.