creative process, lisa lillibridge, south dakota, identity, vermont, midlife, psychology, creativity, south dakota photographyLISA LILLIBRIDGE

I’m quite absorbed in researching my ancestry now. So much so that I’m neglecting to make appointments, return calls, or answer emails. I apologize if you’re on the receiving end of my current obsession. I’ll get back to you eventually.

Fanny Mildred (Pierce) Eno 1845 Montreal -1914 South Dakota

The idea of you is a part of my mind; you influence my likes and dislikes, all my tastes, hundreds of times when I don't realize it. You are a part of me. 
―Willa Cather, O Pioneers!

Charlotte Catharine (Eno) Lillibridge 1873-1911

I believe there must be many universal certainties about womanhood that transcend time and circumstances.

Lowell Lous Lillibridge 1910-1986
Doris Evelyn (Erickson) Lillibridge 1907-2001

My Dad in 4th grade is standing behind me with glasses.

John Lowell Lillibridge 1939-2018

Their hardships, triumphs, & grit made my life possible.

WOW! Thank you.

I’ve been doing a lot of research about the 1930s. I want to better understand the lives of my ancestors (and the world) during that turbulent time in history. Old movies, photographs, interviews, books, and music are allowing me to time travel in a way that’s marvelously connecting me to the past.

I ordered this vintage dress from eBay for twenty-five bucks. The way it moves far surpassed my expectations. Somehow this dress makes me feel connected to my maternal grandmother, Mildred who died before I was born. I’ve been told she was quite a dancer.