Barry's Genealogy Diary

This online genealogical diary is hosted by Barry T. Self. It is primarily for information pertaining to the SELF surname, more particularly for descendants of John J. and Lydia Avaline Waters Self, who were married in Union County, GA in 1851. Barry Self is the SELF proclaimed family genealogist and historian, having spent over 20 years researching this Self line. This diary is dedicated to preserving and sharing the findings of his research.

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Location: Madisonville, Tennessee, United States

I am married to a wonderful and sweet wife, Svitlana, who is from Ukraine and we have a beautiful daughter, Lydia Elizabeth. I have worked in the funeral business since 1988 and thoroughly enjoy researching my family roots.

Friday, October 22, 2010

OCTOBER 23 IS A RED LETTER DAY

October 23 is a red letter day for our Self family. On October 23, 1851 John J. Self and Lydia Avaline Waters were married in Union County, Georgia. That's been 159 years ago. Wow! What would you get someone for their 159th wedding anniversary anyway?