Maxine's Early Years

This picture was taken of Mom (Maxine) and her cousin, Gordon Kester (who was about the same age as Mom).  He was Aunt Irma and Uncle Ed's son.  I'm pretty sure this picture was taken in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada.  I think they were about 3 years old.  Hard to believe Mom had such a chubby face.

CHAPTER ONE: THE STORY BEGINS

ONCE UPON A TIME in a land far, far away......(isn't that how all strories begin), the land of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, in a time long, long ago, October 6, 1919, a BEAUTIFUL baby girl was born to William John Thomas and Orinda Ann Karren.  They named the beautiful little girl, Maxine Ruth Thomas.

Maxine was the youngest child born to William and Orinda.  Ralph William was the first born on February 28, 1898, followed by Leone (fondly know as "Nonie" by Maxine), who was  born April 29, 1899 (although there is some argument on the year... Nonie said 1900 but Maxine said it was 1899... she just didn't want to be born in the 1800's).  Leland was the next child born, on August 23 1904. Harold Karren (known as "Jack") was nine years older than Maxine, and was born July 5, 1910.  Their stories will be discussed in later chapters.  Now back to Maxine...

WELCOME TO MY NEW BLOG!

I want to welcome you to this new blog which will be based on the family of Kay B. Steele and Maxine R. Thomas Steele.  It will include stories and histories and a geneology of not only them and their decendents, but also their ancestors.  I welcome any comments and contributions that anyone may have and want to share on this blog. 

One purpose I hope to fulfill is to provide information that will be passed on throughout the coming generations and that these people will be remembered and loved by future generations.

I hope the information provided will be enjoyed and treasured.  Again, welcome!!