In the 19th century, childhood mortality was significantly higher than it is today. Almost one in five babies died before their first birthday and a substantial number of children before their fift…| Words on Stone
This memorial is located in Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland. It features a seated, kilted infantryman holding a rifle across his knees as he looks towards the Castle. The design was cr…| Words on Stone
Severe flooding often means your deceased relatives do not rest in peace. Lord, plant my feel on higher ground. Under the sod, and the dew, awaiting judgment day. Stop traveller and weep,For here b…| Words on Stone
Lasswade, Midlothian, Scotland Lasswade is derived from two Old English words meaning meadow and a shallow river crossing. Before there was a bridge, a sturdy local girl called Jenny struggled across the river carrying travellers on her back. According to this local legend, the cries of ‘Jenny lass, wade!’ is the reason that the village … Continue reading Lasswade Old Kirk and Graveyard→| Words on Stone
An engraved thistle adorns this gravestone, symbolic of Donald McEwen’s homeland. Thistles represent earthly sorrow and can be found on many Scottish gravestones; it is also the national flower of Scotland. He was a native of the Island of Islay in Argyllshire and died at age 74 in 1846. His grave is located at Campbellville … Continue reading Scots Far From Their Native Land→| Words on Stone
A sample of graves located in the First Mennonite Cemetery also known as East End Cemetery. JOHN RICHERT This very old stone is so worn that the inscription is illegible. The cemetery record furnishes the following information: In Memory Of / John Richert / Born Oct. 18, 1830 / Died Feb. 14, 1895 / Aged … Continue reading Kitchener Mennonite Cemetery→| Words on Stone