Scapple: A Tool I’m Using For DNA Matches
As you know, I’m working on the Beaton/Batten Mystery (sometimes it feels like all my genealogy moments are spent on it). I’m sure if I ever figure out who William … Continue Reading →
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You Know What They Say About Assuming
On October 30, 2018 Library and Archives Canada announced that they had transferred the 1926 Census of Prairie Provinces, which contains over 45,000 pages, to Library and Archives Canada. At … Continue Reading →
Your Family In the News
When it comes to family history I’ve always known that newspapers can be a gold mine of information. Especially obituaries, anytime I found an obituary I would pour over every … Continue Reading →
Jesse Vincent – A World War I Hero
November 11, 2018, will mark the 100th anniversary of the end of the Great War; WWI. I had three great grandfather’s that fought in that war; Francis Johnson Middlebrough (who … Continue Reading →
Are You Prepared for National DNA Day?
National DNA Day is April 25th so this week and next week’s blog will be dedicated to the three types of DNA tests that you can take. Then if you … Continue Reading →
#Love Is In The Air
It’s Valentines Day today and love is in the air. 180 Million cards will be given out today, 85% of which will be purchased by women. On the other … Continue Reading →
I’m Hot On The Trail And Using #DNA To Solve A Mystery (Part 1)
(permission was given by John M to use photo) I have a mystery in my genealogy. I call it the Beaton/Batten mystery. The whole mystery is based on family stories, … Continue Reading →
Happy Birthday Mom ?? & A DNA Angel Announcement
Today would have been my mom’s 81st birthday. My mom; Eleanor Louise Thompson (nee Middlebrough) didn’t actually do genealogy but when I discovered my love of family history she was … Continue Reading →
Why Is Collaboration So Important?
I’m a firm believer in collaboration and I’ve blogged about this on several occasions. Making an effort to connect with cousins is a way that you can extend your tree … Continue Reading →
The Waiting Room – Are you listening to your ancestors?
I have always felt that my ancestors are waiting to have their stories told. It feels like they are waiting in a large white room, devoid of pictures, windows or … Continue Reading →