When I began researching my family's history I had a lot to learn. I wasn't good about citing my sources. I looked at the same searches over and over. I followed trails that didn't make sense. I wasn't skeptical of Ancestry.com "shaking leaves". Yep. I need a do-over. What does this mean? Well my friend … Continue reading My Genealogy Do-Over
Welcome 2013! It’s Time for Genealogy Goals
After almost two weeks of stewing on my genealogy goals for 2013 I have finally narrowed it down as much as I can. Never an easy feat for me as I'm usually a bit too ambitious and make more goals than is possible to be completed. All the same, I like a good challenge! So … Continue reading Welcome 2013! It’s Time for Genealogy Goals
2012 Goals and Progress Made
Here it is October and I've not checked on my goals since June! General Genealogy Goals Education 1. Attend the Ohio Genealogical Conference in Cleveland, Ohio (April 12-14). I decided not to attend this year. 2. Attend the National Family History Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio (May 9-12). Yes, I was able to go! It was a fun experience and I’m … Continue reading 2012 Goals and Progress Made
Dealing with a Smoky Bible
In May I was fortunate to get several bags full of family photographs and other items from my dad. I was unprepared for a great find- my grandfather's family Bible! Based on the names written in the inside cover, I believe that it was his mother's originally. Even more amazing was how much of … Continue reading Dealing with a Smoky Bible
June: Update on My Goals
It’s been a busy first half of the year with my job change and all the other great things in my life, but I thought I would check in on my progress. General Genealogy Goals Education 1. Attend the Ohio Genealogical Conference in Cleveland, Ohio (April 12-14). I decided not to attend this year. … Continue reading June: Update on My Goals
Jen Alford 