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What’s In A Name?

Posted on March 21, 2018 by

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  I went to my cousin’s daughter’s baby shower last week. It is all so exciting being that the baby is the first grandchild and great-grandchild of this family line. It was a lovely event filled with happy expectations, well-wishing, and love. The afternoon… Continue Reading “What’s In A Name?”

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Sweet William

Posted on February 25, 2017 by

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Many Italian-American families, like mine, christened first born sons the paternal grandfather’s name. Second born sons were given the maternal grandfather’s name, and the third sons wore their father’s name. Daughters’ names similarly honored the matriarchal line. Families were littered with Vitos, Paulos, Marias,… Continue Reading “Sweet William”

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