A Family Book Who Share Stories of the Past.
349962
This is a truly amazing book! After reading the introduction I was in tears. I went to school with the author and the dad of this book. Anybody who has small children that never got to meet their dad and has questions and wants to know about their dads life this is a great way to learn about their daddy. I loved every single story that Eileen wrote. Great lessons and family traditions. The illustrations were perfect for each story. All I can say is Daddy Would Be Proud! Great Book Eileen! I cannot wait for the next one!
1914568
This is a nice collection of stories that I find interesting. My kids aren't that crazy about it though. Kristy-wife of Dustin
3966056
A good read if you are into a bit of Americana/Canadian nostalgia. A great way to tell a story is to take a trip through historical events as they entwine a family thoroughly invested in the topic and the area. Well written.
1689263
If  you like a book about a family history with secrets then you will like this book.
4043157
I was born in Martin, and, even though I left with my family when I was 4, I spent many summers at my grandparents. Many of the names in the book were familiar in that I knew the grandchildren of the characters.  I also bought copies for my mother and aunt, as they were born there, and went to school at the old high school. They really enjoyed reading stories that they had been told in their youth.

Although I think this book would appeal most to the people with ties to the area (the reason I gave it only 4 stars), it is a good read, and tells the story of a way of life that is slipping away.  The people are real, and Ms. Slatalla keeps them that way.  Now, if she wants to write another book, my family could tell her a lot more stories :-).
2724693
i loved reading this book. i am in this family and i love hearing stories about my family from long ago.
3687860
I enjoyed this book as I love stories written during the civil war era. This is not really about the civil war but about a family. The main characters are likable and you want things to go well for them. It does describe some of the horrors that went on during that time period. The main characters gift is a little out there but a good family story.
4830585
A great read - so many near memories to my own families experiences.  More like a collection of short stories so it is easy to pick back up at any point.
247448
I've met the author. The story in the book goes back in time to the ordeals that man has had to deal with, as well as tying that long-ago story in with present day life. It is an interesting way to tell the story of our ancestors and how they connect to life as we know it in the present.
4815697
Author recounts a very interesting family history. She does a good job connecting events from several decades back to the main theme of the book.
3457556
This is a delightful collection of stories from the residents of the Salmon River area over the last many years. Most have been captured as family hand-downs.  In fact, the book arrangement of the early chapters follows certain families and their traditions in fairly complete detail. Although many stories are captured as "Grandpa used to say..., " some stories are directly told to the author and repeated here. I appreciate that the author takes little liberty with the content. The format is simply that of reporting who, how and when a story came into existance followed by the story itself. The author adds little embellishment, instead choosing to transcribe the stories as closely as possible to the original version.
4355453
A good read for young and old alike.  Older folks may recall memories of their own, either ones lived or ones retold by relatives.  Younger readers will have the opportunity to step back into time during an important part of American (and world) history.

You will be able to truly experience what it was like to grow up in the Midwest during the Great Depression while also sharing the lives of the Porter family - a family who was cared for by their mother - a remarkable woman who never gave up and guided them through it all with her determination, perseverance, and most of all, love.  The author tells the story in a colorful way that allows you to feel like you are part of the family.  In fact, you will almost be able to smell the "bread on the table."
2043205
I chose this book because my grandmother was placed here in the 1890's.  The book consists of yearly accounts written by the religious clergy who ran the home in the early days.  It includes some historical photos of the grounds, buildings and important staff at that time.  I was lucky to get a copy signed by the author. I found my grandmother's and her twin sister's names listed in the book of children that concludes the volume.  This book had particular relevance to my family history and would be of benefit to anyone trying to find their orphaned relatives who were placed at Bethany.
153810
This is the story of a family written from the diary of the author and her childhood remembrances.  Lynne has a true ability to put us into the part and make us remember the little things  from
childhood--such as lime popsicles and hurt feelings because of no compliment when wearing that special yellow blouse.
The lines are centered, which makes it easier reading, but it is not poetry.
837373
Good book.  Great pictures.  It is a favorite read of this family.
1374827
A book to be read by young and old and anyone in between. The author portrays a family's experience and those of others involved over the course of 5th grade.
785571
This is a wonderful book. They are short stories of various scientists from long ago to modern times. There are sources noted for all information, so you can read more if you like. It is NOT a comprehensive book. This could be very good for children to pique their interests. This is a 'discussion starter' book.