Tag Archives: history

How We Got Here – Tracing the Family Tree

Posted on July 30, 2016 by anyushka

I’m currently digging into family history, building the tree with all the information I have, research other family members have done and lots of questions. A few things I know already: I come from a long line of farmers, on … Continue reading →

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New Mudlarking Treasures

Posted on July 19, 2016 by anyushka

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  Identifications ongoing :)… Good haul, and a bit of a blue pottery theme…

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New Foreshore Finds

Posted on May 17, 2016 by anyushka

Found on the Thames foreshore, North side. Investigations ongoing 🙂 …

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This Week’s Mudlark Findings…

Posted on April 30, 2016 by anyushka

I’m beginning to identify all of these, with the help of the www and people who know what they’re talking about :)… I’m very curious!!!  An 1861 half-penny – my first coin find! 1st row – 2nd: I think this … Continue reading →

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Beachcombing Treasure Haul

Posted on April 24, 2016 by anyushka

I recently took an opportunity to wander the Thames beach at low tide and found quite a wonderful collection of objects, most of which I can share with you. The one item I will not photograph and post online is…a valid bank card. … Continue reading →

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Looking for the Way Out

Posted on May 30, 2015 by anyushka
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Sins of Omission

Posted on January 27, 2015 by anyushka

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day. While it is important to have such a reminder every year, I personally feel that a one-day reminder makes no difference for me. The memory of the Holocaust is integral part of what shapes my identity as a … Continue reading →

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The Sun Rises in the East – Right?

Posted on January 23, 2015 by anyushka

It’s 5:16am, the world is quiet. Excellent. I like it best like this… (and for a change, I’m not still awake but woke up after 9 hours of good sleep…) My mind is doing a lot of work already, and … Continue reading →

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