Isabeau & #ourEthel

The differences between Ethel’s and Isabeau’s life, opportunities, hopes and aspirations was discussed.  Unlike many girls at the time, Ethel did go to school but studied different subjects to her brothers, including needlework and cooking.  At age 12, Ethel left her home to go into service. Isabeau, a similar age now, was horrified to think of Ethel having to leave her family and go away to work at such a young age.

Listening to this interview with Isabeau and that with 8 year old Coco who had performed as Ethel on stage (for more on this click here) were Ethel’s granddaughters, Eileen and Patricia, and her great niece, Margaret.  Eileen was also interviewed and spoke of Ethel’s great, extraverted character and said to Isabeau and Coco:

“My sister, Patricia and I are thrilled that these two young ladies have taken up the mantel. We are just amazed by it all. Thank you Isabeau and Coco.”