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The Grumpy Old Man Learned a Hard Lesson This is a hard post to write. I look at posts that admonish new Genealogists to sit down with their Parents, Grandparents, and Older Relatives. That is great advice as far as it goes. As a matter of fact, I took that advice. I asked friends and family if they had Memories, Stories, and Pictures. Afterward I realized that most if not all those I asked were OLDER. Not as old as me, but if they weren’t retired, they were close to it. We, as Genealogists try to document the past, in […]

The Grumpy Old Man has a New Perspective Genealogy and Family History. Are they the same? Yes and No. I read an article and it gave me a new perspective. Genealogy is the research side of the Adventure. Family History is the story side that brings the Adventure alive. Both are equally important. I fell into the Genealogy side. I was looking for information to fill in the blanks. I would look for a name to place on a branch of my tree. Once I got the name, on to the next. What I missed is that there’s a lot […]

The headline above should read: The Grumpy Old Man Starts a Journal, AGAIN. I bet I have started “Journaling” a dozen or more times. Now, at 72, it’s time to get serious. One of the first things you should do in Genealogy is to ask your relatives. Usually that means getting information from a Grandparent or a relative that has lived a full life, and has a lot to remember. But what if you are the Grandparent or relative that has lived a full life, and no one asks? The reason I have had so many starts and stops was […]

If you are into Genealogy, you really need to be into RootsTech. Here is a quote from their website: “A family history conference. An on-demand learning library. A way to grow closer to the people, places, and stories that matter most.” This should get you excited about RootsTech. I know I am. RootsTech is in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States this year, from March 2nd thru the 4th. At RootsTech, you get Exclusive classes from expert genealogists, access to the world-renowned family Search Library, face-to-face connections with friends and industry experts, and much more. All this for only $98.00. […]

The Corona Virus has had an impact on my life. I still go to work, but have cut back, not out of fear, but as an excuse to pursue other adventures. The downside is, I have more free time, and sometimes I get bored. One can’t pursue greatness 100% of the time. When I get bored, my mind tends to wander. Sometimes, it goes to wild and wondrous places and sometimes, well, not so much. I was thinking, how do you talk to your Kids, Grand Kids, and in my case, my Great Grand Kids? How do you set them […]

Navajo Family History ResearchBy Dale E. Lee2023.01.11 Research in American Indian genealogy can be challenging. I recently talked with a friend and discovered that he had Navajo heritage. As something nice for him, I did some research and put together the following resource list. You can gain a lot of information by following the links listed below. Especially useful is the FamilySearch Wiki, but there are others that are also very helpful. When research gets tough, it is always a good idea to turn to experts to point out the way. And it really helps if the information is readily […]

RootsTech: Register for 2023By Dale E. Lee2023.10.04 Join the largest Family History conference in the world. RootsTech is scheduled for March 2-4 2023 and this time you have the ability to go to the conference either Virtually or In Person at Salt Lake City. Register here: https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/event/rt2023/ RootsTech has exhibits for: Learning – With over 3,000 classes on demand … Innovation – RootsTech partners with over 100 companies each year … Inspiration – Family History starts and ends with great stories …” And more. You can: Tour the site Connect with Living Family Share your story Learn the basics of […]

OK, correct “SPELLING” is a good thing. But it isn’t the only thing. In Genealogy handwritten documents might contain a “G” could look like a “C.” A small “a” could be mistaken for an “o” or the reverse. Names can also be spelled in various ways, Jon or John. I know a woman that spelled her name Lynda, not Linda. Then there is Petersen instead of Peterson. A woman may be under her maiden name or her husband’s last name. Depending on your name, how many ways can it be spelled? You get the picture. When searching, don’t be constrained […]

Getting Started with a Genealogy BusinessBy Jason Kenner2022.12.14 Are you interested in pursuing a career in genealogy? Do you have a passion for helping others learn about their family history? If so, starting your own genealogy business may be the perfect option for you! This blog post provides an overview of what you need to do to get started. We’ll also share some tips on how to build a successful business in this growing industry. So if you’re ready to take the plunge, read on! Find a genealogy niche market that you can focus on Genealogy is a fascinating and […]

I have said before that when I get bored, my mind tends to wander into wild and weird places. And the following proves it. Many times, I find things in my Family searches that were hidden from me and quite surprising. For example, I found that my Dad was married before he met my Mother. I also found two of my own Daughters and their families, and they been a blessing in my life. Genealogy can be quite an adventure. It can be enlightening, and it can be a laugh. Genealogy lets one get a better feel for who one […]