This site is far from static. Every month there
are new additions (see below), so there is always something new to
discover. I usually have at least one series of articles in progress
along with a selection of other bits and pieces.
If you are a new visitor I hope you will come back
again. To my many regular visitors, thanks for your continued support
and kind words. Thanks also for all the feedback I have received. A
number of features have been incorporated as a result of these. Further
constructive comments are always welcome. You can e-mail me
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permission to use material from the site and other legal things. In
order to clarify this you will find the terms and conditions of use on
my contents page.
LATEST ADDITIONS - July 2009
Two more entries for my
Strays page. These are monuments to
those whose resting place may not be in the area they were associated
with during their lives. Is your ancestor waiting to be discovered?
Always worth checking - we've already had some successful connections!
A bumper crop of three school photographs this
month - Ruthrieston, Quarryhill and Middle School from various years.
Find them in my
photos page!
It's always good to find a new local history link.
I'm particularly pleased with this one as it's for the recently formed
Portlethen Heritage Society
Many of you will already be familiar with this historic fishing village
- and I'm sure you'll join me in wishing them every success in this new
venture. I've already bookmarked this one in my Links
page and recommend you do the same!
LOCAL NEWS
Over the next few months a number of you will be
visiting the graveyards and cemeteries of Aberdeen city. From time to
time I'm asked for a little advice on this so here it is, based on my own
experience.
To begin I would emphasize that Aberdeen is in
general is a very safe city. However you should use the same amount of
common sense that you show at home. Don't throw your brain away just
because you're on holiday. Remember every city across the world can be
dangerous if you don't pay attention. Take someone with you if you can.
If you are on your own let someone know where you're going and ask for
local advice about the particular area you will be visiting. When I'm
abroad I do the same thing!
Don't stroll around remote corners of graveyards
on your own when its getting dark - for obvious reasons. Perhaps less
obvious - you might get locked in!. Be aware of your surroundings and
keep looking around you. Use your ears - most resting places are very
quiet - listen for sounds that are not quite right. Be aware of the
exits - many graveyards have only one entry/exit point - make sure you
know where that is. If you feel there is something or someone that isn't
right follow your instincts and move away towards other people or the
exit. Do remember that the gravestones are not going anywhere - you can
easily come back another day. If you are in a modern cemetery be
sensitive to locals who may be attending a funeral. Don't be a half-wit and
get close to them with a camera. Respect the grounds and read the
instructions posted at the entrances. Dogs are not
permitted in any of the city resting places.
I hope none of the above has put you off visiting
our local resting places. Use your common sense, follow the above advice
and enjoy your visit!
We've had another month of very variable weather. Most days
have been quite poor with a few very hot bright days. Problem is you never know
when you're going to get the latter!
Well that's it again for this
month. Join me soon - and remember there are updates every month!
© Colin A Milne
