Same-name problems are one of the biggest sources of bad trees. You find a record for a name that...
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I’m Done Being Mad at Genealogy
I’m Done Being Mad I didn’t wake up calm.I woke up tired. Tired of being irritated at ink.Tired of...
The Power of “I Don’t Know”
Every family tree is built as much from absence as it is from presence. Names, dates, places, and...
Divorce Records and What They Reveal About Your Ancestors
Divorce records are one of the most overlooked sources in family history research. Many people...
Before Safety Nets, There Was Each Other
Before welfare offices and Social Security checks, there was something older and far more personal...
When to Call It Quits
There comes a point in genealogy when you sit back, stare at the screen, and realize you are not...