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Author: mghteresab

Cemetery Musings: Trees

A musing is defined in the dictionary as “a product of contemplation; a thought”. As I wander through cemeteries, I am often thinking about the stones above the ground and the individuals that lie beneath. Why that epitaph, that symbol, that style of writing? These are just some of the “cemetery musings” that cross my mind.

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Cemetery Musings: What's in a Name?

A musing is defined in the dictionary as “a product of contemplation; a thought”. As I wander through cemeteries, I am often thinking about the stones above the ground and the individuals that lie beneath. Why that epitaph, that symbol, that style of writing? These are just some of the “cemetery musings” that cross my mind.

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Backroads of Maine

John and I are always traveling around…or “rambling” as we like to say…looking for new places or interesting things. Our trips almost never disappoint, usually leading us to one incredible find or another.

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Written in Stone: Meet the Carvers - Emmes

One of the most popular gravestone makers in Boston in the first half of the 18th century was Nathaniel Emmes (1690-1750). He learned the trade from a neighbor, William Mumford, and in turn taught his sons Henry (1716-1767) and Joshua (1719-1772). He also had William Codner (1709-1769) as an apprentice in his shop.

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Written in Stone: Meet the Carvers - Geyer

The Geyer Carvers were a father and son team who worked on Boston’s South End. Henry Christian Geyer was a respected artist who carved all of his artistry by hand. He not only carved gravestones but did models out of plaster of paris.

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Written in Stone: Meet the Carvers - William Coye

Follow me to meet William Coye, a Plymouth, MA carver.

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Written in Stone: Meet the Carvers - Soule

Soule is not a single carver but a family of carvers. They were known for several distinct styles of carvings. Join me as we explore their work.

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Written in Stone: Meet the Carvers - James Ford

James Ford was a carver in the Salem, MA area. He was known for carving winged skulls and winged heads.

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A Trip Aboard the USS Salem

Ever been aboard a “Heavy Cruiser”? Me neither. Join me, and my first mate John, as I embark on my maiden journey upon the haunted USS Salem.

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My Eerie Encounter in Plymouth

Join John & I on another one of our adventures as I retell an eerie encounter I had in Plymouth, MA.

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