[Luis Gonzalez]

"I have a picture of my Grandmother standing on a box in a woolen mill, because she was too tiny to reach the machines otherwise..she was 13 years old..she lied about her age to get work to help her parents earn money..."

Ain't that America?

[MS.BEHAVIN]

Yes, it is..

You know, it's funny/sad..that we were taught to be ashamed of our heritage..we were always told we were dirty and stupid, and inferior..

It took me a long time to learn, that the only power one has over you, is the power you give them..

I traced my ancestors path from Chateau Richer, PQ..where they landed in the late 1600's, and followed that path back here to Maine..by that I mean, I went there in pesron, and followed their trek to here.

It was one of the richest, and most rewarding experiences I have ever had..

I am proud of who I am!

Your lovely writing reminded me of that..

Toujours a Vous..

Ms.B