Monthly Archives: September 2015

September Memories

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

During this time of year, I reflect back on the goodness in life. What I’ve learned by going through and experiencing life. Thanking God for being there and seeing me through everything. September is a time for memories. It’s like a time … Continue reading →

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Some Of My Father’s Siblings

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

Entry Dated: Dec 27, 1983 ( I added the photos and info) On my father’s side: Brothers / Sister (Elder / Pastor John Blakley Jr.) “Junior” John Jr. was a talker.   (Rev. Olbrey Pierson Blakley ) Pierson was  1 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Tracing The Lankford / Lankfard Surname Through Isabella Nickerson

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

Who Was Isabella NICKERSON? Isabella V. NICKERSON was the daughter of Robert and Charlotta (DADE) LANKFORD / LANKFARD. She was born in St. Joseph, MO. Mrs. E.W. Nickerson 1889 – 1938  On the 1900 census, Isabella was listed born in Sept 1898. Her … Continue reading →

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Heavenly Treasure

Posted on September 27, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who … Continue reading →

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Proclaim The Greatness

Posted on September 26, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

Lord and Father, our King and God, by your grace the Church was enriched by the great learning and eloquent preaching of your servant Lancelot Andrewes, but even more by his example of biblical and liturgical prayer: Conform our lives, … Continue reading →

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Of The Age To Come

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

O God, whose blessed Son became poor that we through his poverty might be rich: Deliver us from an inordinate love of this world, that we, inspired by the devotion of your servant Sergius of Moscow, may serve you with … Continue reading →

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The Last Week Of September 2015

Posted on September 24, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

We’re in the last full week of September 2015. And the last Thursday of the month. It’s been a good month. Oh,  what a journey it has been. The Fall season started on Wednesday. I’m on my Autumn challenges. Some … Continue reading →

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Welcome To The Autumn Season!

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

Greetings to you! We’re in the Fall Season! I have grown to love this season. The changing of the colors. God creation is so beautiful. May  we enjoy the season. God bless you on your journey. Thanks for reading, Susan

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Light Upon Our Path

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

O Lord, O God of truth, your Word is a lantern to our feet and a light upon our path: We give you thanks for your servant Jerome, and those who, following in his steps, have labored to render the … Continue reading →

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Notes On My Parent’s Parents

Posted on September 22, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

Entry date: November 5, 1982:  And Added (Info) Father’s side: Back in 1976, my father, (David) told me that he heard stories from old timers about his parents (John and Jennie)…that they were half Indians. My father heard stories about his … Continue reading →

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