Meet Maud

I have to confess, I have not met Maud in this physical lifetime. Muriel Maud Newcomb, graced this Earthly plane from November 19, 1893, to January 2, 1983. She passed only ten days prior to my grand entrance on January 12. Maud is my Great Grandmother.  

I heard very little detail about her growing up, other then flipping through old photo books with my Grandmother, Anne. 

About a year and a half ago, my healing journey expanded when I started to wonder about my family's lineage. My search for answers began. One day when I was explaining some interesting history, I heard my dad say that Maud, his grandmother, was a very special and unique lady. I became instantly more curious. I had to know more. Something about the way he said it created some kind of current inside of me to learn everything I could about her. 

Maud was an author. She wrote and submitted many magazine and newspaper articles, poetry and shared stories. She had a gift in writing and language and a passion for sharing her voice and keeping old traditions known. My father had several articles he saved and shared with me and I have a copy of her book, Nova Scotia in Grandfather's Day, published in 1978. 

From what I have been able to piece together Maud's heart has always belonged to Nova Scotia. She seems to appreciate our little Province so much and was very passionate about keeping old traditions and teachings in our awareness through her writing. Her offerings have had a huge impact on my life, especially when it comes to parenting. She raised eight children, including a set of boy girl twins and a daughter with special needs. She lived through some of the most interesting and challenging times with grace. Maud's perspectives on parenting and her strong compassion for children sprung off the pages and touched my soul.  I felt completely supported. Even the timing in which I decided to read certain articles were as though she was teaching me from beyond. 

Maud's words and perspectives are timeless. I can read the same entry or story many times and resonate deeper each time.

I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.