Recently I heard from Jillian in Arkansas, USA, who wrote about "a recent - and accidental" family history discovery...
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Female Census Enumerators? Check Out These Backstories!
There's a story behind every census record. In fact, there are as many stories as there are names on each census page....
Google Scholar for Genealogy? Here’s Why to Try It
Recently I heard from Sue Neale, whose story offers a compelling reason to use Google Scholar for genealogy research!...
A New Heritage Quilt From Old Family Fabrics
"I am a quilter and love doing special pieces that tell our family history at the same time. I think you would enjoy...
Can We Get DNA From a Hair Sample for Genealogy?
Recently, Norma wrote in with this question about getting DNA from a hair sample: "My sister-in-law's father passed...
Evernote for Genealogy: Use a Research Checklist Template Like This One for Australian Family History
Do you use Evernote for genealogy, or are you planning to? Why not try a research checklist template? Genealogy Gems...
Google Earth for Canada and Genealogy
Awhile back, Barbara from Courtenay, British Columbia, sent me an excellent question about using Google Earth for...
Genealogy Blogging Tips: Dictation App and More
Are you ready to start a genealogy blog (or improve one you already write)? Here's a quick Q&A for you, prompted...
Here’s How You Can Add Video to Evernote
Do you have old home movies, footage of oral history interviews or any other type of family history video to keep...