It has been a busy month for me which is why I have not been writing much here on this blog. My fiancé and I decided to get married last month after several years of engagement. We planned a small ceremony with our parents and then a dinner celebration afterwards. We are an unconventional couple … Continue reading Making Your Own Genealogical Record Trail
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
Margaret Clifford- High School Grad
In May I received several bags of documents, photos, and other ephemera that had been in my dad's keeping the past few years. As I have slowly tried to get rid of the smoky stink that clings to everything, I have gone through and begun scanning and documenting the contents. It wasn't until I began … Continue reading Margaret Clifford- High School Grad
Annie Alford Page Moore
My dad called me on Tuesday to let me know that my great aunt Ann had passed away on Monday. I had not seen Ann in more than twenty-some years, but I had recently gotten in touch with her daughter. I thought a short tribute to a great lady was in order. After all, my … Continue reading Annie Alford Page Moore
Jen Alford 