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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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Your Story Matters



"Stories Matter"

 I read this today and it resonated with me and brought a joy deep within.

Did you know you have a story to tell? You do. You are living today. You made it through yesterday, last week, last month, last year.  You have walked through the things of life and lived. You may be going through something right now that is being added to your story.


Do you know that you have a testimony? You do. We all do. We just have to make sure we are paying attention to what God is doing in our life. It's the little things. You would be surprised if you take some time to remember the events of your life. Begin to take a walk down memory lane.  Reflect and write it all down. Do you journal? Reread what you have written over the years.


The hard things you walked through. The wisdom you have gained over the years. The life experiences. The adventures. The provisions. The growth. The lessons learned.

Your story may bring encouragement to others. Your story may bring hope to someone who is going through the exact same thing. Your story may bring someone to put their trust in the Lord. Your story may be the one thing that keeps someone from giving up. Your story may give inspiration to someone to share their story too.


Steps to sharing your story:
1. Begin reflecting back over your life of every thing you have walked through.
2. Reread journals, emails, texts, or any other writings about your life events.
3. Write out a time line of your life.
4. Ask yourself: How have I seen the Lord work through my life?
5. Make a list of key events that has happened.
6. Begin to write/type out your story.
7. Share it with others.

What is your story? Have you written out your testimony? Have you shared your story with anyone?

Prayers❤
-Amber

 Sources:
"Stories Matter." Edwards, Ali. "New Life Style Collections Available" Ali Edwards Blog. August 22, 2017. 
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