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Listen to Minda's grandpa and his country and western band from 1952 Someone posted a recording of my grandfather's country and western (also referred to as "hillbilly music") band on YouTube. You can even see the actual record playing. My grandpa was Curly Bray. Another member of the band was my great-uncle Speed Foreman. They were on the Quad-City radio stations for a number of years as the Buddies of the Airlanes. They also played regionally. If you remember the Buddies, please contact me and share your memories. I'd like to share them with my family, especially my grandmother Babe, who is 93 years old. Buddies of the Airlanes - "Wind" in group harmony Now Accepting Non-fiction Cemetery Book Reviews Book reviews of non-fiction works on cemeteries are now being accepted for publication on this site. Books may be new or old. Include publisher and date information along with author name and your review. Reviews may be 300-500 words in length. Send them to: minda.epitaphsmag@gmail.com Support our gallant ladies throughout American history by making suggestions for women to include or submitting photos. Minda's new project is focusing on the final resting places of notable women in America. Learn more here Do you have an eReader? "Cemetery Walk" is now available for Kindle, Kobo and Nook. The Kindle and Kobo price is only $7.69, and Nook has it for $8.19. Get your copy today, and I'll electronically sign it for you! LOL Kindle Kobo Nook Gravestone photography from across America is sought for a new book sponsored by TheCemeteryClub.com. "American Tombstone" will feature gravestones and monuments dating back to the fledgling days of our country. A variety of gravestones are desired--the more unique, the better. The book will contain color photography and be available for purchase in late 2012. Submissions will be accepted starting Jan. 1. Interested photographers may send their high-quality images (300dpi, 8x10 inches) to: minda.epitaphsmag@gmail.com Translating Tombstones Translating Tombstones - ebook Life in Parts: An interpretation from the cemetery Life in Parts: An interpretation from the cemetery - ebook Genevieve's Ghost Journal - ebook Epitaphs Magazine #5 - b/w version Epitaphs Magazine #5 - b/w version - ebook Epitaphs Magazine #6 (color version) Epitaphs Magazine #6 (color version) - ebook Epitaphs Magazine #7 (color version) Epitaphs Magazine #7 (color version) - ebook Epitaphs Magazine #8 (color version) Epitaphs Magazine #8 Fall/Winter 2008 - ebook 
If you spend your free time in cemeteries, you’re probably a taphophile (someone with a passion for cemeteries). And if you’re a taphophile, the odds are good that you enjoy researching them. From genealogists to historical researchers, this journal will help you keep track of all your cemetery information, grave by grave and cemetery by cemetery. Order your copy of this handy tool for your cemetery research here: Buy 'Cemetery Journal' Cemetery and Funerary News Good Samaritan donates for cemetery upkeep (Madisonville, KY) - 4/22/12 National cemetery gets facelift (FL) - 4/22/12 Written in Stone: Historic Jersey City cemetery falls on hard times VIDEO: Brotherly Love: Students Clean Up Historic Cemetery - Philadelphia, PA (5/10/12) Cemetery buffs dig up Melbourne's criminal past - Melbourne, Australia (5/10/12) Hillyard VFW volunteers acquire cemetery - Spokane, WA (5/10/12) Dillon Cemetery a connection to the past - Frisco, CO (5/10/12)  I currently have a limited number of "I Dig Cemeteries" T-shirts (2 in size XL) and tote bags (three). They cost $15 each including shipping. Buy more than one and get a discount. E-mail me for details:
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EMO #12, March 2012 In this issue ...  Smartphone App Puts Loved Ones on the Map
 Flea Market Gravestone - by Matthew Armstrong
Poem: "Cemeteries #1" - by Mark Flotow Lost Languages and Stories of Glenwood Cemetery featured on St. Patrick’s Day - from ThomastonTimes.com Oakdale Memorials Gardens Seeking Volunteers and Actors for Victorian Day Forget-Me-Not in September 2012 Interested in contributing to Epitaphs Magazine Online? We want to hear from you! We are currently seeking contributors for: - Articles (on individual cemeteries, general genealogy, historical events or information, etc.) - Photography (include information about the cemeteries and monuments you submit) - Book reviews - Cemetery-themed poetry and artwork Review the current issue online now. Contributions to EMO are provided on a voluntary basis. All content must be created by the submitter. Previously published materials are okay with the information included. Creators retain general copyrights. New issues will be published on a monthly basis. Questions and submissions may be sent to Minda at: minda.epitaphsmag@gmail.com "The Art of Remembrance: Urns" In The Light Urns.  Reflection Stones The perfect gift that will last forever. Custom-made granite plaques for any occasion. (When you place your order, tell them TheCemeteryClub.com sent you!) www.ReflectionStone.com  Whether you're speaking at a community event, to a classroom or just want to inspire creativity, the Create-A-Grave coloring page is free for you to use.
Creat-A-Grave coloring page
The symbols carved on tombstones say a lot about the people who once lived and are now buried in our cemeteries. This book explains the meanings behind these symbols. Find out more
If you have a cemetery website or blog, send me the URL, and I'll be happy to add it to my links page. Reciprocal links are always welcome! If you want even more exposure, contact me about placing an ad on the site. I work with all budgets! Check out the Links page here. Would you like to learn how to make gravestone rubbings as well as get a primer on cemetery symbolism? Individual or group sessions are available the fall, spring and summer. Contact Minda for details: minda.epitaphsmag@gmail.com |
   
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Featured Blogs • Jeane Trend-Hill Headstone Hunter - FB page Girl of the Graveyard Learn how you can have a Featured blog here March 2012 • March 10 - "Cemeteries as Parks" presentation, Black Hawk Hiking Club, Rock Island, IL • March 17 - Cemetery Symbolism and Gravestone Rubbing, Upson County, Georgia September 2012 • Sept. 8 - Cemetery Symbolism presentation, Illinois Chapter Association for Gravestone Studies 2012 Meeting, Springfield, IL • Sept. 22 - Civil War presentation, Forget-Me-Not Victorian Day, Oakdale Memorial Gardens, Davenport, IA  |
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Copyright Minda Powers-Douglas 2004-2012
Copyright Minda Powers-Douglas 2004-2012