One of the most rewarding parts of genealogy is transforming an old document into a meaningful story. A census page, a deed, or even a simple death certificate can look like just facts at first. But once you take the time to analyze it, compare it with other records, and think about what it meansContinue reading “How To Transform Genealogy Documents Into Meaningful Family Stories”
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8 Ways To Research Your Ancestor’s Neighborhood
One of my main focuses when I research is to find my ancestor’s story. Understanding where they lived and who they associated with is key to learning more about them. Your ancestors had a FAN Club…those friends/family, associates and neighbors who lived and worked with your family. In this blog post we’ll explore more aboutContinue reading “8 Ways To Research Your Ancestor’s Neighborhood”
How To Enrich Your Life By Knowing Your Ancestor’s Story
I’ve been working hard on my business this past week, especially marketing. From what I’ve learned so far, it is essential to have a simple and clear message. For me that revolves around finding your ancestor’s story. I don’t want to just find names and dates for people, although if that’s all they want, I’llContinue reading “How To Enrich Your Life By Knowing Your Ancestor’s Story”