Richard Shaw Richard had read some of my blog articles on Braidwoodguy.com and informed me that as a couple of years my senior, he could add some insights and respectfully offer some differences as he saw things. I completely accept these opinions, perspectives, and insights. Aside from formatting the following letter, I didn’t make any … Continue reading Braidwood from Another Perspective
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A Real Braidwood Person
I recently received a message from a lady in Michigan. She traces her genealogy back to Scotland and is a “Braidwood.” Thought that this might be of interest to Braidwood, Illinois historians. Her name: Stacy Kmetz Stacy Hi, Tom! I came across your post and have read some of your stories…interesting to me because I … Continue reading A Real Braidwood Person
A Memorable Braidwood Thanksgiving
John Kalec During my visit to Braidwood to see my Mom earlier this month, we talked about the wonderful family Thanksgiving dinners we enjoyed over the years at home on Division Street. My grandparents would join us, as well as aunts and uncles from both sides of the family. But the most memorable holiday was … Continue reading A Memorable Braidwood Thanksgiving
Living on Walker Street
Carole Kennedy Robeson I'm not sure what looked Mr. Davy like. He was a dark shadow of a figure when he opened the door of his home. It was very dark inside and everything about the house seemed to be leaning toward the earth. But I loved going across the street to his house on Sunday, carrying his dinner that … Continue reading Living on Walker Street
Braidwood Beginnings 