Category: family history stories

  • Pursue, Preserve and Present

    Pursue, Preserve and Present

    In the March 31 issue of Genealogy Gems, Curt Witcher wrote, “With the recent arrival of spring, may we all feel inspired to intentionally engage in activities that give us opportunities to pursue, preserve and present our families’ stories.” I’ve had the pleasure of attending a number of Curt’s presentations…

  • What it Means to Me

    What it Means to Me

    All of my ancestors are interesting to me: strong women, young widowers, trail blazers, determined farmers, gifted children. I love learning about the ones who overcame obstacles, those who found love, the people who traveled great distances and those who stayed put. I’m interested in the geography and history that…