The author reflects on their life and identity after receiving surprising ancestry DNA results, revealing 64% English, 27% Scottish, and 3% Irish heritage, but no Welsh blood. Despite this, their emotional connection to Wales remains strong. They explore family history, tracing Scottish and American roots while emphasizing the importance of family and learning from mistakes.
Tag Archives: Caernarfon Castle
DRUID’S ISLE
Sunday was a bit of a throw away day. We drove back to Conwy from Manchester in time to attend services at 11:00am at St. Mary’s and All Saints Church. It’s an Anglican Church, so it was just enough like a Catholic Mass to be a bit confusing. Add to that parts of the serviceContinue reading “DRUID’S ISLE”
BETWS-Y-COED, THE REMATCH
Thursday, April 20, Robin and I decided to return to Betws-Y-Coed. Our first visit didn’t really last all that long, and we wanted to see more of what this quaint hamlet had to offer. It did not disappoint. But before we get to it, I need to introduce you to Ranger. Ranger is the stuffedContinue reading “BETWS-Y-COED, THE REMATCH”
Meditations of a Bald, Fat Guy 