Let’s Create A Family Heirloom Book During Family History Month
If you’re like me you have things around your home that you might deem family heirlooms. Some may be valuable but some are just things you love and are priceless … Continue Reading →
Category: Favorite Ancestor
Expressing Gratitude To Your Ancestors
I’m told that when we express gratitude our brain releases dopamine and serotonin, these two important neurotransmitters are responsible for our emotions, and they make us feel ‘good’. They enhance … Continue Reading →
Update: Calling All Genies (Genealogist, I Mean)
Where does the time go? On June 6, I posted a blog asking for some Genie help. Continue Reading →
Who’s Your Daddy, Harold Alfred Thompson?
I blog about DNA quite regularly, but it’s usually about the mystery on my mom’s side of the family. I call that mystery the Beaton/Batten Mystery. But today, I want … Continue Reading →
Sleuthing The 1921 Census for England & Wales
I decided this week to spend some time sleuthing the 1921 Census of England and Wales. When the 1921 census was launched on FindmyPast on January 6, 2022, there was … Continue Reading →
Kissing 2021 Goodbye and Expressing Gratitude in 2022
2021 has been another challenging year, and for many, I’m sure you’re ready to kiss it goodbye. It’s been a year of virtual genealogy sessions and video chats with family. … Continue Reading →
Four Things I’m Doing To Break My Brick Wall
So I thought of four things that I’m going to do to help me with my brick wall, and I wanted to share them with you. Even if it doesn’t help my research, I’m hoping they might help you. Continue Reading →
Ancestry Canada Provides Free Access To Military Records
I received this info from Ancestry yesterday and didn’t want you to miss out on this opportunity to check these FREE records. Leading up to Remembrance Day, Ancestry Canada is … Continue Reading →
Do You Have Ghosts In Your Genealogy?
I don’t believe I have any ghosts in my genealogy, but I do often feel like I’m being guided by the spirit of ancestors when it comes to my research. … Continue Reading →
The Beaton/Batten Mystery – What’s New?
If you’re on Facebook, then you know that each day you get memories of posts you’ve done in years gone by. Some from last year and others from as far … Continue Reading →