On Friday night I was glued to the TV to enjoy the first episode of the latest season of "Who Do You Think You Are" on NBC. Martin Sheen (also known as Ramón Antonio Gerardo Estévez) was the featured celebrity and we learned that his Spanish and Irish ancestors shared Martin's political activism. As I watched the … Continue reading Genealogy Gaining Fans Through Television
Remember to Check Your Sources
Several months ago I learned a valuable lesson about researching my family tree. I had thought I was related to James and Hannah Morse. This was mainly due to not double-checking that my ggg grandfather, William Morse, was born in 1834 and not 1826. This discrepancy was pointed out to me by the lovely researchers … Continue reading Remember to Check Your Sources
Guest Blog Post!
Since you may not be aware, I was recently invited to submit a blog post to the Jewish Gen blog. Since I was just wrapping up my Beginner's Genealogy Class that they offer that was my topic. In other news, I'm going on a vacation! Hurrah! Yes, I'll be traveling up to beautiful Maine and … Continue reading Guest Blog Post!
JewishGen Basic Genealogy Course
I haven't been able to post anything lately since i have started an online genealogy course through JewishGen.org that started in May. I have learned a lot and most importantly I am learning to reach out to others for help and guidance. I just wish I had the time that some of the others in … Continue reading JewishGen Basic Genealogy Course
Jen Alford 