"My genealogy is all done. Every ancestor has been identified and their life stories have been meticulously recorded," said no...

Don't shoot the messenger! Ancestry.com has recently made significant adjustments to the accessibility of its DNA features. Key tools,...

Genealogy often feels like a thrilling detective story. Every document uncovered, every piece of evidence, and every long-lost letter is...

Every year on the 28th of September, National Neighbor Day provides us with an opportunity to appreciate the bonds we share with those...

Vital records, such as birth, marriage, and death certificates, hold a significant place in our lives. They provide essential information...

Depending on where you may live within the United States, it is hard to deny that back to school is right around the corner. Here in the...

Have you ever been curious about your family history? Wondered about the stories, traditions, and people that shaped your heritage? If...

Independence Day is a time when Americans come together to celebrate the birth of our nation and reflect on the sacrifices made by our...

Embarking on a genealogy heritage trip can be a transformative experience, offering a glimpse into the lives of our ancestors and...

Dearest readers! (Said in my best Lady Whistledown impression. IYKYK!) It's been a little while since my last blog post, and I want to...

Is genealogical research ever done? The short answer is a resounding, "No!" Even the most focused research project should be revisited...

Thanks to everyone who has been following along on this journey. Moving onto Week 18 of the 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks challenge, the...

April 25th is National DNA Day. DNA Day is an annual celebration of the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery...

I've previously touched on my ongoing research into Juliette DeVries here and introduced her parents and specifically her father here....

Solitude can be a complicated thing in a person's life. An introvert may desire a peaceful and quiet environment where they can recharge...

My email this week advised me that we're more than a quarter of the way through the 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks writing challenge! Some of...

Tomorrow, Thursday, March 30, 2023, is Major League Baseball (MLB) Opening Day! The freshly cut grass. The player introductions. The...

Moving right along to Week 12 of the 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks challenge, the writing prompt this week is "Membership." Lineage societies...

My current AncestryDNA Ethnicity Estimate states I am 28% Irish. My traditional genealogical research suggests I am closer to 22%. St....