Flower in the River: A Family Tale Finally Told
100 Episodes of Flower in the River! 🎉
Can't believe we made it to 100! Let's look back at how this whole thing started, how Flower in the River has grown, and our mission to keep the stories of all of the people who experienced the Eastland Disaster from fading into history.
The Most Random Thing Just Happened...
So get this - Crista Cowan (you might know her as The Barefoot Genealogist) was asking about family history coincidences late last year. And if you've followed my ancestral detective work, you know this entire journey has been one wild coincidence after another! 😄I shared my story, and next thing I knew, I was sitting down with her for Stories That Live in Us! The episode just dropped this week and I'm absolutely floored by all your messages. Crista, you're amazing!
Why This Podcast Means So Much
Flower in the River isn't just about my book or my family story. It's about the people - the individuals whose stories have been overlooked, whose lives intersected with the Eastland Disaster but whose voices haven't been heard. We're running out of time to preserve these stories, and I refuse to let them be forgotten.
How I Find These Hidden Stories
You asked how I dig up these overlooked stories, and honestly? It’s equal parts detective work, magic, and a bit of obsession.
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What's Coming Up?
Next week we're diving into The Case of the Missing Grave Markers - and trust me, this one's wild.To everyone listening, whether you found us yesterday or you've been here since episode 1 - you're the reason I keep digging into these stories. Here's to 100 more
🎧 Listen to my guest appearance on Crista Cowan’s podcast!