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Genealogy Resume

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I have recently been putting together a genealogy resume for two reasons. Number one, I have decided to take my genealogy hobby professionally-much thanks to this blogging job for showing me how great it can be to get paid for what you really love. And number two, in order to allow me to reflect on my own personal strengths and weaknesses in regards to my genealogical experience and know-how. My completed genealogy resume will include all aspects of my genealogy “addiction” (for lack of a more appropriate word). I will include my reasons for doing genealogy, any education I have … Continue reading →

African American Genealogy

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Yesterday a friend who is researching her African American genealogy contacted me, wondering if I have any tips for her, since this type of research is difficult due to the country’s horrible history of slavery. Unfortunately, never having done any African American genealogical research, I wasn’t of much help to her. However, I am inspired to broaden my knowledge and try to help her as best as I can. I am looking forward to her next email, which will provide me with the information I will need to see if I can discover any new information for her. I am … Continue reading →

Historical Attractions in the United States

For me, genealogy has sparked a general interest in American history. I remember thinking history was so boring in high school. Text book learning, apparently, is not my thing. However, during the past few years I have visited places that have historical significance in our great country. I have learned so much through my visits, and have developed a love for history. Besides the fact that visiting historical attractions can be fun, interesting, and exciting, they can also teach us a lot about our ancestors. Having a direct connection with historical places can be a very humbling experience. Listed below … Continue reading →

Young Genealogists

I started researching my genealogy when I was about 23 years old. In the seven years since, I have noticed a common denominator among genealogists: they tend to have gray hair. It has been the rare occasion when I have come across genealogists who are in their 20s or 30s. I usually feel like the oddball when I am performing research in courthouses or town archives. But what can I say-I find my family history fascinating. To my blissfulness, I have recently come across a whole community of young genealogists. Unfortunately they are all online, but it is nice to … Continue reading →

Visiting Cemeteries

One of my favorite things to do on a sunny spring afternoon is walk through local cemeteries in search of ancestors who are buried there. No, I have not gone insane, nor do I have an infatuation with the dead or morbidity. Cemeteries are actually a very peaceful place to take a walk, and there is information on tombstones that can come in useful for genealogical research. Information that can be found on tombstones includes birth and death information, a woman’s maiden name, parent’s names, town of origin, and military service. You may also discover the nearby grave of an … Continue reading →

Religion in Genealogy Part 4: Jews

I have to say that I am rather enjoying writing the posts in this series. Not only have I been able to share with you information that I already knew, but I have also set out to research things that I don’t know. Religion plays a huge role in researching our ancestors, and I am happy to be learning more about the various religions while sharing it with you. So far this series has covered the Quakers & Shakers, Anabaptists, and Huguenots & Doukhobors. Today my focus is going to be on the Jews. Jews practice the religion of Judaism, … Continue reading →

Daughters of the American Revolution

There are certain organizations that require you to produce a pedigree chart in order to join. One of these organizations is the Daughters of the American Revolution. In order to become a member you have to prove your genealogy, This includes the specific marriage, death and birth certificates back through your line. Your ancestors have to have been a part of a certain group and served either in the military when the United States first fought for independence or be part of one of the groups that helped with the fight. The Daughters of the American Revolution provides many services … Continue reading →

Author Interview – Elizabeth Petty Bentley (part one) On Genealogy

Today we are joined by LDS novelist and publisher Elizabeth Bentley. Beth, thank you for taking time out to talk with us today. You’re the author of “The Genealogist’s Address Book.” Is that your first published work, and can you tell us more about it? My first published genealogical work was an index of the census of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. I self-published it, and when I later went to work in the office at Genealogical Publishing Company (GPC) in Baltimore, they carried it along with books by other publishers in their catalog. Then the editor had an indexing project for … Continue reading →