52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Week 5 - A Breakthrough Moment Prompt: Every genealogist has at least one moment when something finally clicks. It could be breaking down a brick wall, discovering a long sought-after record, or seeing an ancestor in a new light. This is a good week to write about this discovery. Rev.… Continue reading What’s in a Name?
52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Week 4 - Theory in Progress Prompt: There are times when you aren’t quite sure what is right in your research. This is a good week to explore a theory that you have about someone in your family tree. Feel free to post your links and stories in the comments.… Continue reading There’s No Place Like a New Home
52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Week 3 - What This Story Means to Me Prompt: Some people don’t understand the appeal of genealogy. They think it’s only names and dates. What they don’t realize is that those names and dates lead to stories. This week, consider a story in your family history that means a… Continue reading ”Join the Merchant Marines, See the World.”
