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How I got Into Genealogy
In 2007, one of my grandmothers passed away. She had always been proud of her German heritage, and because I missed her I wanted to learn more about her family history. I got a membership at Ancestry.com, and started researching. Immediately, I was hooked.
Since then, I’ve discovered hundreds of ancestors, photographs, records, stories, and more. I want to help you discover and preserve your ancestry. Genealogy matters because people–and their stories–matter. And that includes yours!
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Just getting started in your genealogy journey? Click the links below to learn my simple, 4-step plan.
1. Inventory Your Knowledge
2. Set Goals & Create a Plan
3. Select Research Tools & Methods
4. Track & Organize Your Findings
My Ancestry Stories
Food is essential to family and cultures. Here I share some of my family recipes and heritage.
Family legends or larger-than-life figures are present in almost every family. Here are some of mine.
Biographical stories, primary documents, photos, letters, and more from my private collection.