131st Edition
From where we've come to where we are going
In the early stages of the website some very interesting family history was included. It took us back to the early 1780's with Charles and Sarah Marshall, the parents of Mathew Marshall Ford a Slave. It went on to tell us how Jane Ford a free woman married a slave and so Mathew took on her Surname. And finally, it explained our Early beginnings in what is known as Culpeper, Virginia.
You may not have been a history buff, but Culpeper was the sight of the most military battles in the Civil war. Why is this important to Our family. Jane and Mathew (a former slave) ran a commissary for the Union Army in the midst of the war. Less than a mile away from the homestead was a military jail.
You have to ask yourself: What kind of People were Our Family! Some of our new readers may still ask : Why is Jane and Mathew important to us. Well Jane and Mathew fathered Richard Ford who married Sarah and had Mary T who in turn married Dock Stroud. Well, hold on Dock and Mary had 5 daughters who eventually moved to Mount Vernon, N.Y and married into the Haden, Tucker, Michael, Ford and Wyatt Family. Need I say more?
Peace love and Blessings,
Welcome to the 131st Edition
It's that time again! May, the most perfect month of the year. Can you just feel the energy and excitement warm weather and burst of colorful flowers bring. To all of my Taurus and Gemini family, Happy Birthday!
May, that month that's been set aside to remember our mothers whether here or if they have transitioned. For many of us we're still reeling from our mother images being gone. We spend many private moments wishing for "just a little more time". While some of the young one's are lamenting because their mom's have long list of chores for them to do.
Wherever you find yourself in this spectrum, pause for just a moment or two and dwell on that "funny thing " that happened. Give grief a kick in butt, because your mom's left you with so many memories. Give pause to your annoyance because you were asked to clean your room and remember what your mom did to make you laugh.
Yes, May brings Mother's Day, a longing for what used to be. May also gives hope with the dawn of each sun shinning day. Well Mom, can't give you a hug, but in today's world everything is virtual now anyway. So here's our hug along with a note that says: I'll always Love you!
Giving All Honor and Praise to the Most High for the Mother's who served as vehicles to bring our generation into this world. We honor the Stroud Sisters who reign has the Matriarchs of this illustrious family. From them we draw strength and give praise, because in spite of life not being easy, they gave us love and drive.
Let us not Forget Memorial Day. Which in fact was established by the African American community. It was in response to the lack of acknowledgement of soldiers returning home from war, So in honor of their Military service, we wish our Veterans Happy Memorial Day
Again this newsletter is designed to keep our family unit informed. So please send your questions, articles and concerns to fullergail@hotmail.com
GOOD NEWS!!!
We are still here making a difference in the world!
Our Matriarch Elizabeth "Betty" Tucker Scotland wishes to thank everyone for their calls and cards on her 87th birthday
Today May 1st is May Day and it's also Brandon R Coley's birthday. Brandon is the son of the late Sharline Brown Coley and Richard Coley II.
We are proud to report that cousin Nick Tucker has been traveling and sharing his encouraging story to young people across the country. Nick's last speaking engagement took him from Los Angeles to Maine.Nick servesasa motivational Speaker and founder and owner of youth camp program.
Congrats to Clarence Stroud and Constance L Haden on their move to the Pittsburgh Pennsylvania area. May you find peace and favor in your new home
Congrats goes out to all of our young adults who will be graduating this month. A special round of cheers goes out to the parents of these graduates. Yes they made it !
Congrats Dalila Haden on obtaining her Masters. Dalila is the daughter of David and Elizabeth Haden.
Congrats to Annah Rae Haden who is graduating High School. Anna is the daughter of Donna Gryzick and John Haden III. Anna will be attending school in Buffalo , New York.
Happy milestone birthday Nakai Richburg, 13 is that special age of adventure . Kai is the son of Wayne and CourtneyA Richburg
Wider Horizon Book Club
The Wider Horizon Book Club will be reading Blessed Not Bitter, by Barbara McClain.
For those who haven't heard her story, Barbara was left at the hospital immediately after her mother gave birth. It was 60 years later that she found her biological family after being in Foster Care, being adopted, surviving drug addiction and finally finding Grace and becoming a Recovery Counselor. and Community Activist. Her story is raw, honest and a testament that we should never give up or give into dreams. So join us Saturday May 20th via zoom at 4:00 eastern time
Meeting ID: 827 9641 9692 and the Passcode: HORIZONS https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82796419692
Stop in and see what this group is all about. Bring your glass. We believe you will be pleasantly surprised and drawn into joining us again. All ages are welcome to join us.
Prayer Warriors
Please remain vigil in praying for our Family. Let your prayer for keeping us together as a functioning and happy ( with our flaws) family be heard daily. Family, pray for our Elders and their children who care tirelessly for them. Never forget our Matriarchs!
We ask for your prayers for Cousin Tyrone L Haden Sr. who has been released from the hospital after suffering with Angina. Tyrone is the son of Tyrone Phelps and Cecelia Haden
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