Our
newbie, Abigail ... isn't she just the most!!! Wish she lived closer to
just snuggle love to pieces ...
DID YOU KNOW ~
Origins of words to "Rock a bye baby" in American history
The words and lyrics to the "Rock a bye baby" rhyme are reputed to reflect the observations of a young pilgrim boy in America who had seen Native Indian mothers suspend a birch bark cradle from the branches of a tree. Thus enabling the wind to rock the cradle and the child to sleep! This rhyme is also known as "Hush a bye baby" which is the correct title. The confusion regarding these lyrics occurred due to the popularity of the old Al Jolson classic song "Rock a bye my baby with a Dixie melody!".
Origins of words to "Rock a bye baby" in English history
dating back to the 1700's
The story of the Nursery Rhyme relates to a family who lived in a tree house which was formed within a massive Yew tree. The Yew Tree concerned was believed to be nearly 2000 years old. The family were charcoal burners who lived in Shining Cliff Woods, Ambergate, Derbyshire in the 1700's. The ancient occupation of Charcoal Burning would be conducted by people who actually lived in the woods. Just like like this family. Their names were Kate and Luke Kennyon and they lived in what was locally called the 'Betty Kenny Tree' - a colloquialism for Kate Kenyon. The Kenyons had 8 children and a tree bough was hollowed out to act as a cradle for their children! Shining Cliff Woods was owned at the time by the Hurt family. The Kenyons were favoured by the Hurts who commissioned the artist James Ward of the Royal Academy to paint their portraits. The Yew tree still exists but was severely fire damaged by vandals in the 1930s. More information may be located on the Amber Valley Borough Council website.
Out grateful thanks go to James Hamilton for providing us with the lead to the English origins to 'Rock a Bye Baby'.
Thank you Cass.
Origins of words to "Rock a bye baby" in American history
The words and lyrics to the "Rock a bye baby" rhyme are reputed to reflect the observations of a young pilgrim boy in America who had seen Native Indian mothers suspend a birch bark cradle from the branches of a tree. Thus enabling the wind to rock the cradle and the child to sleep! This rhyme is also known as "Hush a bye baby" which is the correct title. The confusion regarding these lyrics occurred due to the popularity of the old Al Jolson classic song "Rock a bye my baby with a Dixie melody!".
Origins of words to "Rock a bye baby" in English history
dating back to the 1700's
The story of the Nursery Rhyme relates to a family who lived in a tree house which was formed within a massive Yew tree. The Yew Tree concerned was believed to be nearly 2000 years old. The family were charcoal burners who lived in Shining Cliff Woods, Ambergate, Derbyshire in the 1700's. The ancient occupation of Charcoal Burning would be conducted by people who actually lived in the woods. Just like like this family. Their names were Kate and Luke Kennyon and they lived in what was locally called the 'Betty Kenny Tree' - a colloquialism for Kate Kenyon. The Kenyons had 8 children and a tree bough was hollowed out to act as a cradle for their children! Shining Cliff Woods was owned at the time by the Hurt family. The Kenyons were favoured by the Hurts who commissioned the artist James Ward of the Royal Academy to paint their portraits. The Yew tree still exists but was severely fire damaged by vandals in the 1930s. More information may be located on the Amber Valley Borough Council website.
Out grateful thanks go to James Hamilton for providing us with the lead to the English origins to 'Rock a Bye Baby'.
Thank you Cass.
Oh, Abigail is a true angel. You are blessed. Susan
ReplyDeleteoh, the sweetest EVER!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Marydon! Oh, be still my heart! Little Abigail is so beautiful! What a darling photo too.
ReplyDeleteNow I did not know this about that song. Isn't that just amazing!
Hope you're doing well.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Fun! I have learned somethinng new already this morning; day not wasted!
ReplyDeleteThat is one darling baby! It must make you so happy to keep getting these babies to your family! Loved the info about Rock a by too...and the post below, what a fun family time! :)
ReplyDeleteMarydon, Your little one is adorable. I know you would love to be closer to hold that sweet baby. xo, Susie
ReplyDeleteShe is precious indeed. A baby is such a blessing for the whole family! Sweet hugs!
ReplyDeleteOh that girl is pure heaven! What a doll baby! Good to see her over here!
ReplyDeleteGreat information, Marydon...I'd always wondered about the lyrics!
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