Quote by Maria Monk

My parents were both from Scotland, but had been resident in Lower Canada some time before their marriage, which took place in Montreal; and in that city I spent most of my life.

My parents were both from Scotland, but had been resident in

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker's parents were originally from Scotland but had been living in Lower Canada (now known as Quebec, Canada) for a while before getting married. The speaker emphasizes that they spent most of their life in Montreal, indicating their strong connection to the city. This quote highlights the speaker's familial ties to Scotland and their upbringing in Lower Canada, particularly in Montreal.

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By Maria Monk

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