52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Week 11-A Turning Point Prompt: In storytelling, there’s the pivotal moment – something happens and nothing is the same afterward. Think of a turning point in the life of an ancestor. It could be going to college, going to war (or not), or making an unpopular choice. You could also… Continue reading When a Wound Led to a Wedding
52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks: Week 9 - Conflicting Clues Prompt: The theme for Week 9 is “Conflicting Clues.” Sources don’t always agree, and it’s up to us as genealogists to sort out what is correct. This week, explore an ancestor whose records pointed in different directions. How did you sort it out? It's been… Continue reading Bothered and Bewildered
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.”
