It had been a hot day, but by the river the cooling breeze dropped the temperature enough for us to be comfortable. Although not all invitees came, descendants from three of my Grandmother's children were represented at the barbecue. Those who came had open hearts and despite conversation being thin on the ground, there was no animosity. The children present played well together and the setting was perfect for relaxing. All agreed the occasion had been a success and that it should become an annual event.
This is our third year now and I am casting a wider net ... the following invitation is to be sent to our Andrews and Dodd-Nurton relatives living in the mid-North of Western Australia as well as in England. I am hoping that as well as catching up on news we also exchange family stories and perhaps the next generation will get a chance to learn the history of their ancestors.
