Let’s face it, we all start a genealogy project wanting to know everything. And that can feel exciting. But where do I start? What do I focus on? If you dive in without having a plan, that excitement can quickly turn into overwhelm. And all of a sudden, the project feels too big to handle.Continue reading “10 Easy Ways To Break Down A Big Genealogy Project”
Recently, I joined a Zoom meeting with approximately 40 other genealogists to discuss “proof in genealogy research,” exploring concepts like proof of kinship and evaluating evidence. The conversation reinforced a fundamental point: proving that what you find actually applies to your ancestor is important for building an accurate family tree and documenting the details thatContinue reading “Why Proof Is So Important In Genealogy Research”
Have you ever sat down with a Sudoku puzzle? At first, it can look impossible. A few numbers are scattered across a blank grid, and your mind goes blank. But then you spot one open square that has to be a five. That five leads to a two… which leads to a seven. Suddenly, thingsContinue reading “How To Solve Tough Genealogy Research Problems Like A Puzzle”
