From Cabin to Militia
Before America was secure, men like George Lemley stood guard on its dangerous frontier. His story is one of family, courage, and ordinary duty in a time when independence had to be defended cabin by cabin.
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Living the Spirit of Family
What if caring for family history is not looking backward at all, but a way of becoming more fully alive, now? Preserving stories, places, records, gardens, and memories is how we live with love, purpose, and belonging every day.
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Snapshots of Re-Membering
Re-membering is the gentle art of gathering what time has scattered, a return of love, grief, and heritage to the center of our lives, where the dead are not lost but continue within us, shaping who we are and who we are becoming.
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Fruit of the Family Tree
Every family tree hides a little wonder. Among its branches and leaves, past the names and stories, there is sometimes a bit of unexpected fruit—sweet, bright, and waiting to be discovered. Now Ridge Haven offers online access to its digital harvest, inviting family members to gather treasured stories with just a click.
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A Wink Of Spring – A Day of Davis
When winter finally loosens its frosty fingers, something delightful comes skipping in on the March breeze: Davis Day. Part holiday, part fairy tale, and wholly devoted to joy, she arrives with flowers, laughter, and the delicious suspicion that the world is about to become a little more beautiful.
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The Torchbearer Project
A Century of Family Voices. Imagine discovering a time capsule filled with letters from your ancestors — stories, hopes, and blessings written just for you. Their words would be a gift through time, a bridge between lives … Now, it’s our turn to be that bridge.
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The Artichoke Story
It is speculated that the first Davis in America, Thomas Davis, formerly of Marlborough, England, came by boat in 1641. And believe it or not, the first artichoke seeds, like Davis, were also brought by boat! Unbelievable, right?
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A Poem for Davis Day
A very Convivial Davis Day to all ye Davis of the World! The year is 2024 and AI is here for one purpose, and one purpose only: to unite the world in the true spirit of Davis Day, which is Conviviality.
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Words of Our Father
When we take the time to earnestly and carefully introspect and write down our thoughts—to really share what is on our minds and in our hearts—we bless our family, and we bless the generations whom do not yet know us.
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Convivial Davis Day
We invite you to celebrate Davis Day, a unique holiday that encourages the observer to experience the vast interconnectedness of people, ideas, and the Earth.
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