Thursday, September 11, 2014

Fences in Sztabin

Even though I was raised across the Atlantic Ocean in a small town in Idaho, I feel a connection to this land where all of my  grandmother's family lived and died. When I was younger, I had this inner desire to know more about my Polish side of the family. I think that this drive lead me into genealogy even though I did not read Polish - I did learn to read the language.

 Church of St. James in Sztabin, Poland built between 1905-1910 in a Neo-gothic style.
 Joachim Cheptowicz (1729-1812) was a Polish-Lithuanian Noble. He was a firm believer in helping the farmers to bring wealth to the economy.


 Interior of St. James Church in Sztabin.


 Sztabina Regional Office

Linking to Good Fences

I did not say anything about September 11 but it just breaks my heart to remember that day and the tears just start to run.

14 comments:

Black Jack's Carol said...

There is a wealth of heart and love that comes through in this post. What a momentous achievement to have learned to read Polish. That gives me much food for thought!

TexWisGirl said...

really neat places you've shared. i like the brick wall and simple wood fences, too. thanks, ruth.

Gosia said...

wonderful places.but polish is one of the most difficult languages.

Ginny Hartzler said...

The church is fabulous, both inside and out! I am so glad you show the inside, because I would have asked.

Pamela Gordon said...

A fascinating country. It's wonderful that you learned Polish in honour of your ancestry.

Cranberry Morning said...

I love these posts about Poland. Kevin and I have been watching the (long) WWII series, 'War and Remembrance,' and of course Poland and the terrible things the Polish people suffered is not ignored in that series. I too think it is wonderful that you took it upon yourself to learn Polish, Ruth!

Cloudia said...

Such a lovely area. Thanks for sharing your roots




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Bethany Carson said...

St. James looks stunningly beautiful!

Ida said...

Poland looks like a very historic country. I like the beautiful churches and the wonderful statues and fences you've shown here. I cried a few tears today as well.

Poppy said...

The church is beautiful, and again, I sense such a peacefulness, here, Ruth. So glad you were able to visit your grandmother's birthplace, and feel this connection to your Polish roots.

Poppy

Marleen said...

You are sharing beautiful photo´s, Ruth.

Ni de Aqui, Ni de Alla said...

Pretty pictures, the forth one is warm and inviting.

don said...

I think its wonderful that you've pursued your families' background and ancestry. This is a very pretty and successful series.

Rose said...

That church is just beautiful. so glad you gave us a peak inside. Really enjoyed all the photos...

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