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The House, the Photo, and the 1925 Survey: Unlocking Siletz History

The House, the Photo, and the 1925 Survey: Unlocking Siletz History A clearer, black-and-white look at the John family and friends—spotlighting the intricate details of the Nee-Dosh regalia and turn-of-the-century attire. The original, warm-toned archive photo preserved just as it was passed down through generations. Have you ever looked at an old photo and just wished it could talk? Like, where was this house actually standing, and whose lives unfolded inside those walls?  I recently stumbled across a handful of photos tucked away in a miscellaneous records folder—snapshots of old residences right on the Siletz Reservation, complete with a little note about the family who lived there. If you've spent time browsing on Ancestry, you might recognize this photo attached to our ancestral grandmother, Abbie Wilson-Butler (who also went by Bell, Selsic, and John). But looking closer at the faces tells a much deeper story. In this photograph, we see Abbie’s fourth husband, David John (186...
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Community of Encouragement

I could not fall asleep last night.  I had a rough pain day. On top of the regular pain my emotions were surface level.  The every day dealings had caught up to me.

It was 2:30 am. The Lord started downloading ideas. Creativity was flowing. The idea of a Facebook page to coincide and compliment the blog came down to me.

"Community of Encouragement"

Pure Joy! For over two years the idea of having a place of encouragement has been rolling around in my mind and heart. I have been seeking a place to offer and find encouragement.

I was so excited about the idea that I didn`t waste any time. The Facebook page was created in the moment wide awake laying in my bed. I was shocked and relieved that the name was available. The creativity continued to flow. I sent myself text messages of all the ideas that were flowing my way. My heart is so full of all the possibilities. 

This reminded of a life lesson about not giving up.  The little illustration of one fellow man turning around in defeat and calling it quits, walking away bowed over. The other man moving forward, plugging away, persevering, not listening to the negative thoughts, taking one swing at a time, one day at a time, one prayer at a time.
We may be so close to our break through!

I was so tired, like the miner I wanted to be done! Done with pain, done with being tired and frustrated...

 What are your diamonds? It may be be a much needed job, a promotion, relief from pain, some inspiration, a change in a relationship, a raise at work, a healing or an answer to prayer.


Keep moving forward! Keep praying! Keep believing for a breakthrough! Keep holding on to the encouragement before you!

I look forward to collaborating with others who also have the desire to spread encouragement! If you enjoy blogging, writing, creativity and the desire to encourage others get in contact with me. I would love to work together to spread faith, hope and love in our community.

Join the Community by clicking on the link below:

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Prayers❤

-Amber
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