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”
It’s exciting to start a new genealogy project. You have all the hope in the world of climbing your family tree. Discovering new information (or the hunt, as I like to call it) and telling your ancestors’ stories is why we’re so passionate about genealogy. However, I know there will be challenges, and when theyContinue reading “How To Start A Genealogy Project From Scratch”
