It is a whols week since I wrote something here on my blog and I must say how touched I was to receive so many encouraging comments about my childhood memories. Looking back I wish I had used childhood memories as a theme for this round of ABC, so as it is my blog and I did originally decide to base it on things and people around me which I apprciate I am infact going to change it slightly at this early stage and base it on my childhood memories....
so this week, E is for Elizabeth, Elizabeth Elen to be precise, my nana, or grandma a term many of you will use more frequently. My middle name was after nana and our middle goose, Dolly was named again in memory of this great person.
My mum's mum, (my nana) was a Schumacher.
ie, her maiden name was Schumacher before she married my grandad, a farmer from Thetford in Norfolk, when her name changed to "Self"
Her dad was german and moved to England when the unrest in Germany started.
He was a clockmaker.
He moved his family to York, where he had a clockmaking shop.
When the war started he had his shop windows smashed repeatedly, so he moved his family.
I wonder if I am related to the legend F1 driver?
As I explained last week, mum secured a job as a secretary at ICI Wilton when I was a child. Whilst she was there she met Jack, a great friend who took a shine to mum and wanted to help her get the house sorted. As electronics was his speciality he helped with the re-wiring and other electrical stuff!
Mum eventually introduced him to her own parents.
My Grandad, a man of few words took him out for a walk!
He wanted to know his intentions as Mum had been through so much.
Jack assured him he had her and mine best interests at heart.
Grandad was re-assured and a great friendship was kindled between them.
My Nana really took a shine to Jack.
He would sit with her and talk about this that and the other.
Nana was ill and as her health deteriorated in 1970 we kew she was gravely ill.
On one of his visits as jack sat with Nana she drew him close and asked him to promise he would look after Madge and Denise....he promised.
On June 17th, 1970, Nana died.
I rember nana quite vividly. The storiesour family recall show a family, who, although surrounded by adversity and limited funds had a rich dialogue of their exploits which remain with me to this day. I guess this is where I get my love of story telling from. Tears would flow down our cheeks as each family member recalled events, which however sad were always laughed through, with great understanding.
I remember nana always in the kitchen cooking, fatty cakes, a very basic scone mixture served with gravy.
I still use her green gravy jug which has been used for the same purpose for 3 generations.
To see more posts, visit the ABC Blog here
17.2.09
ABC Wednesday....
It is a whols week since I wrote something here on my blog and I must say how touched I was to receive so many encouraging comments about my childhood memories. Looking back I wish I had used childhood memories as a theme for this round of ABC, so as it is my blog and I did originally decide to base it on things and people around me which I apprciate I am infact going to change it slightly at this early stage and base it on my childhood memories....
so this week, E is for Elizabeth, Elizabeth Elen to be precise, my nana, or grandma a term many of you will use more frequently. My middle name was after nana and our middle goose, Dolly was named again in memory of this great person.
My mum's mum, (my nana) was a Schumacher.
ie, her maiden name was Schumacher before she married my grandad, a farmer from Thetford in Norfolk, when her name changed to "Self"
Her dad was german and moved to England when the unrest in Germany started.
He was a clockmaker.
He moved his family to York, where he had a clockmaking shop.
When the war started he had his shop windows smashed repeatedly, so he moved his family.
I wonder if I am related to the legend F1 driver?
As I explained last week, mum secured a job as a secretary at ICI Wilton when I was a child. Whilst she was there she met Jack, a great friend who took a shine to mum and wanted to help her get the house sorted. As electronics was his speciality he helped with the re-wiring and other electrical stuff!
Mum eventually introduced him to her own parents.
My Grandad, a man of few words took him out for a walk!
He wanted to know his intentions as Mum had been through so much.
Jack assured him he had her and mine best interests at heart.
Grandad was re-assured and a great friendship was kindled between them.
My Nana really took a shine to Jack.
He would sit with her and talk about this that and the other.
Nana was ill and as her health deteriorated in 1970 we kew she was gravely ill.
On one of his visits as jack sat with Nana she drew him close and asked him to promise he would look after Madge and Denise....he promised.
On June 17th, 1970, Nana died.
I rember nana quite vividly. The storiesour family recall show a family, who, although surrounded by adversity and limited funds had a rich dialogue of their exploits which remain with me to this day. I guess this is where I get my love of story telling from. Tears would flow down our cheeks as each family member recalled events, which however sad were always laughed through, with great understanding.
I remember nana always in the kitchen cooking, fatty cakes, a very basic scone mixture served with gravy.
I still use her green gravy jug which has been used for the same purpose for 3 generations.
To see more posts, visit the ABC Blog here
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great reminiscences - i was wondering where the gravy dish was coming in.
wow Denise, What a heartwarming story about your nana Elizabeth, thanks you are again on ABC
Happy ABC
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Aloha Denise,
I absolutely love my little jugs. I hang them up next to my coffee cups. Folks dont use them much anymore..
Thanks for bringing back the memories..
peace, Kai
Another great story ;-) So lovely that you still use her gravy-jug. Brings back memories of my own grandmother.
Nice. Thanks.
I have cooking pots from my granparents and they always give me fond memories :-)
A classij jug and a touching story. There are many Nanas around. They are worth their weight in gold.
My Gram (like your Nana) was the best!
One gravy jug for three generations? That's incredible.
Sweet reminiscence.
A lovely look back into the lives of your loved ones.
CJ xx
I love your story about your family. You are a good writer, and even I understand it all. Thank you for charing. Have a fun abc:)
Your nana sounds a lovely lady Denise. My grandfather was a farmer to. He farmed in Wisbech, not so far away from your grandfather :)
Nice tie-in for the gravy dish. I love the reminiscenses. Family is so important and we lose the continuity if we fail to remember and honor our ancestors.
My mother's mother, who, as a twenty-year-old, came alone to the USA even before there was an Ellis island, was named Emelia. I wish I had thought of her as a subject for "E". Your nana certainly reminds me of her. An account of the hardships she faced sounds harrowing, but I remember as one of the happiest - and most loved - people I have ever known.
You had been gripped to see where the little jug came in. Glad you've switched to this theme ir really suits your writing style. Lovely memories. Incidently my nan was called Dorothy and everyone called her Dolly.
How touching Mrs. Nesbitt, thanks for sharing that memory.I have some precious items handed down to me as well, there is a special energy that comes with them that can only be acquired in just that way.
I am amazed at the depth of your memories...I can barely remember yesterday! Good one....
I love your stories. They portray such warmth and appreciation of the past. A rarity in these times.
How wonderful to have a jug with such history!
What a wonderful family feel to share.
Wonderful Family stories...Thanks for sharing and Happy ABC
Thank you for ging me a look at your family. Your Nana Elizabeth sounds like the salt of the earth. A lovely tribute.
My mother's middle name is Elizabeth, as is my niece's. It was a contender for my daughter's first name, but actually I was resistant, not because of the name but because it had too many nicknames (Liz, Beth, Betty, et al.)
You have lovely memories of a lovely person. Memories like these are the true treasures of life.
Your latest posts are very touching. I am sad I can't visit my blogger friends more often for the moment. I have a lot to do and a lot of problems to solve. I think my childhood looks like mine. I need to come back and read carefully. Bravo for your posts.
What a beautiful post! I love this! I love Grandmothers so much. Mine were so influential in my life! My Mom is a great Grandmother to my son too. It is a beautiful blessing to watch!
Hi Mrs. Nesbitt,
That was a wonderful story and memory to share. Thank so much! Have a great day!!
Sherrie
Those are nice memories of your nana. Both my grandmothers were living until I was in my twenties, but I didn't get to see them very often since we lived long distances away from them.
I had too a close relationship with my grandma. She lived with us until she died. She used to tell me stories when I was little and I loved it.
Thanks for sharing this part of your life.
She sounds like a wonderful grandmother; you should feel honored to have her name. A wonderful story, Denise!
Your memory of your great-grandfather brings back stories I've been told about my own family. My ancestors also came from Germany, but in the 1870's. They belonged to a close-knit community here and kept their German langugage and many customs. Because of that, they, too, experienced some backlash during the two wars, even though members of the family fought as Americans in both wars.
I'm told some of my ancestors came from Europe, as I think many in East Anglia did.
I do love continuing to use kitchenware passed down through the generations!
Wonderful memories and you know how I love old pitchers. Nana's is the best!
Thanks for all the fun on Wednesdays.
That is such an elegant jug and a beautiful color.
My grandfather's parents also came from Germany but we know next to nothing about them, not even names. He was a Lidster which I understand is a Northumbrian name. Very few of them over here.
It's been quite a time I don't come here and I'm sorry for that, because your posts are always so full of feeling and beautiful/strong stories. And as soon as I can, I'll join again the BAC, I do miss being part of the gang! :o)
Kisses from Nydia.
Like the plain lines.
Nice to be back with you all have been off for a while, but back posting again.
Brian
Hello Denise!
I sent you an email with some questions about ABC Wednesday.
I wounder if you got it?
Hugs from Petunia in Norway
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