Winnie, Rose and Jennifer (the daughters and grand daughter of Alice Mills) arrived towards the end of March and we had a fantastic few days together.  They were keen to see the house where their Mother, Alice Mills was born and it was wonderful to be able to show them where their roots began. The house still survives and it was an extremely moving moment for them.  We also went to the church where Alice was christened and I am delighted to say that it is the same church where I too was baptised.  We went to Lively Polly Corner, Hoghton Tower, Blackpool and the Lake District.  It really was a whistle stop visit but we made the most of every minute and it was really sad when we had to say goodbye.  But at least they were able to touch base with 'where they came from', and the special bond that exists between us has been strengthened further.  Here's to the next time we can spend some time together.

I've had an email from a lady in Australia who is the grand daughter of Florence Rance.  I think Flo perhaps played centre forward in the very first game.  She scored 2 goals that day and was regularly mentioned in newspaper reports thereafter.  Then she disappeared  .. but now I know why!!  She married and settled in Oz.  It really excites me still when I discover new things about these girls .... I doubt the jigsaw will ever be complete, but I'll do my best to put it all together.

At last the weather is getting a little warmer after the long hard winter we had all endured.  I'm hoping to be able to use the barbeque I bought after we were promised a good summer last year.  It never saw the light of day!  Lets hope we all have some long hot days to look forward to.  I'm off to Scotland again for my annual pilgrimage to the spectacular Highlands.  Where ever you are, I hope you all have a spectacular summer.  I'll keep you informed of any developments. 

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