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John: Every time I read a post I say to myself, "You don't have to comment on every post, Tim." But each time I am drawn to the comments. Damn you. LOL. There is so much richness in these posts, John. In this post, so much pathos. So much KRIST. Your perspectives and empathy for your dad are generous and honest. Thanks for this one. (And might I shout out for Leslie - your steadfast ally on these trips. She's a prize.

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Hi John - I came across this post in my own search for connections to my family story. I think we might be distantly related. I am a descendent of Krists who lived in Walsenburg. My grandparents spent much of their childhood in Tioga, CO which incorporated the Pictou mine. The land is now owned by my family, and my grandpa can point out what each foundation was at the time when the mine was still open and before it became a ghost town. I shared your story with my grandmother and she believes your grandfather may have been her uncle, though her memory is starting to fail. I'm not sure if I would be able to fill in any gaps for you, but would be happy to connect.

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