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Our ancestors were planting legacies long before us.
April 26, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Our ancestors were planting legacies long before us.
This Earth Day, I’m thinking of my grandmother. She taught me so much in her beautiful garden. This is her Powder Puff tree. It has been passed down to me, a living #heirloom, and I still care for it in my yard.
I'm honoring family & plant roots this week here and on marleesyardening.bsky.social !
I'm honoring family & plant roots this week here and on marleesyardening.bsky.social !
April 22, 2025 at 4:48 PM
This Earth Day, I’m thinking of my grandmother. She taught me so much in her beautiful garden. This is her Powder Puff tree. It has been passed down to me, a living #heirloom, and I still care for it in my yard.
I'm honoring family & plant roots this week here and on marleesyardening.bsky.social !
I'm honoring family & plant roots this week here and on marleesyardening.bsky.social !
Too Many Records?
Drowning in family records? Here’s how to simplify the chaos.
Find the one that matters most in under 10 minutes.
✅ Set a research goal
🧭 Timeline it
🔍 Use targeted sources
🗂️ Use folders (digital or physical)
✨ Save this so you’re not stuck next time!
#ancestry #FamilyTree 📸AI
Drowning in family records? Here’s how to simplify the chaos.
Find the one that matters most in under 10 minutes.
✅ Set a research goal
🧭 Timeline it
🔍 Use targeted sources
🗂️ Use folders (digital or physical)
✨ Save this so you’re not stuck next time!
#ancestry #FamilyTree 📸AI
April 14, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Too Many Records?
Drowning in family records? Here’s how to simplify the chaos.
Find the one that matters most in under 10 minutes.
✅ Set a research goal
🧭 Timeline it
🔍 Use targeted sources
🗂️ Use folders (digital or physical)
✨ Save this so you’re not stuck next time!
#ancestry #FamilyTree 📸AI
Drowning in family records? Here’s how to simplify the chaos.
Find the one that matters most in under 10 minutes.
✅ Set a research goal
🧭 Timeline it
🔍 Use targeted sources
🗂️ Use folders (digital or physical)
✨ Save this so you’re not stuck next time!
#ancestry #FamilyTree 📸AI
Let's travel back in time! #FamilyHistory is often likened to time travel as it allows you to explore the lives, locations, and experiences of your #ancestors— a connection to the past, offering insights and a deeper understanding of your #roots. Let's Book your next travel adventure! #FamilyTree
February 14, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Let's travel back in time! #FamilyHistory is often likened to time travel as it allows you to explore the lives, locations, and experiences of your #ancestors— a connection to the past, offering insights and a deeper understanding of your #roots. Let's Book your next travel adventure! #FamilyTree
How #Blogging Brought My #Ancestors to Life
https://loganalogy.com/2024/09/27/from-names-to-narratives-how-blogging-brought-my-ancestors-to-life/
https://loganalogy.com/2024/09/27/from-names-to-narratives-how-blogging-brought-my-ancestors-to-life/
February 1, 2025 at 1:55 AM
How #Blogging Brought My #Ancestors to Life
https://loganalogy.com/2024/09/27/from-names-to-narratives-how-blogging-brought-my-ancestors-to-life/
https://loganalogy.com/2024/09/27/from-names-to-narratives-how-blogging-brought-my-ancestors-to-life/
Myth vs Fact in #FamilyHistory #ancestry
January 26, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Myth vs Fact in #FamilyHistory #ancestry
January 19, 2025 at 6:04 PM
A great depiction of what your #ancestors' barns may have looked like depending on the region. #ShareTheirStory #ancestry #barns #FamilyHistory
January 16, 2025 at 3:42 PM
A great depiction of what your #ancestors' barns may have looked like depending on the region. #ShareTheirStory #ancestry #barns #FamilyHistory
Reviews like these mean so much to me. Not only the praise for something I love doing, but it helps others to feel confident in hiring me. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #family #ancestors
January 14, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Reviews like these mean so much to me. Not only the praise for something I love doing, but it helps others to feel confident in hiring me. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #family #ancestors
PART FIVE/FINAL
And some people changed their names entirely. My biggest brick wall was figuring out that my Hennigs used to be Schwittkowkis. FamilySearch assisted me by displaying a document that included "aka" along with both surnames. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #ancestors #family
And some people changed their names entirely. My biggest brick wall was figuring out that my Hennigs used to be Schwittkowkis. FamilySearch assisted me by displaying a document that included "aka" along with both surnames. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #ancestors #family
January 10, 2025 at 10:43 PM
PART FIVE/FINAL
And some people changed their names entirely. My biggest brick wall was figuring out that my Hennigs used to be Schwittkowkis. FamilySearch assisted me by displaying a document that included "aka" along with both surnames. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #ancestors #family
And some people changed their names entirely. My biggest brick wall was figuring out that my Hennigs used to be Schwittkowkis. FamilySearch assisted me by displaying a document that included "aka" along with both surnames. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #ancestors #family
📖Megan Smolenyak's captivating new book, *The Quest for Annie Moore of Ellis Island: Uncovering the True Story of the First Immigrant to Arrive at America's Isle of Hope.*
"We got her story completely wrong."
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#FamilyHistory #history #EllisIsland #genealogy #ancestry
"We got her story completely wrong."
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#FamilyHistory #history #EllisIsland #genealogy #ancestry
January 10, 2025 at 8:41 PM
📖Megan Smolenyak's captivating new book, *The Quest for Annie Moore of Ellis Island: Uncovering the True Story of the First Immigrant to Arrive at America's Isle of Hope.*
"We got her story completely wrong."
a.co/d/a10jU6d
#FamilyHistory #history #EllisIsland #genealogy #ancestry
"We got her story completely wrong."
a.co/d/a10jU6d
#FamilyHistory #history #EllisIsland #genealogy #ancestry
PART FOUR:
Surnames were not changed at Ellis Island. Inspectors did not write down names but checked them against the ship's passenger list. Officials corrected mistakes in lists but did not alter surnames. #ancestry #FamilyHistory
Surnames were not changed at Ellis Island. Inspectors did not write down names but checked them against the ship's passenger list. Officials corrected mistakes in lists but did not alter surnames. #ancestry #FamilyHistory
January 7, 2025 at 5:58 PM
PART FOUR:
Surnames were not changed at Ellis Island. Inspectors did not write down names but checked them against the ship's passenger list. Officials corrected mistakes in lists but did not alter surnames. #ancestry #FamilyHistory
Surnames were not changed at Ellis Island. Inspectors did not write down names but checked them against the ship's passenger list. Officials corrected mistakes in lists but did not alter surnames. #ancestry #FamilyHistory
🌟 Missed Out on My Latest Posts? 🌟
Don’t worry—you can catch up on all the fascinating #ancestry stories, tips, and #genealogy discoveries over at Loganalogy.com!
Don’t worry—you can catch up on all the fascinating #ancestry stories, tips, and #genealogy discoveries over at Loganalogy.com!
January 7, 2025 at 4:43 PM
🌟 Missed Out on My Latest Posts? 🌟
Don’t worry—you can catch up on all the fascinating #ancestry stories, tips, and #genealogy discoveries over at Loganalogy.com!
Don’t worry—you can catch up on all the fascinating #ancestry stories, tips, and #genealogy discoveries over at Loganalogy.com!
PART THREE:
NICKNAMES, MIDDLE NAMES, NAME VARIATIONS, NAME CHANGES
Just like today, people used their middle names even on documents. Some used their nicknames. Others used their initials with their surname. At other times, names also lost their prefix. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #family
NICKNAMES, MIDDLE NAMES, NAME VARIATIONS, NAME CHANGES
Just like today, people used their middle names even on documents. Some used their nicknames. Others used their initials with their surname. At other times, names also lost their prefix. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #family
January 3, 2025 at 3:36 PM
PART THREE:
NICKNAMES, MIDDLE NAMES, NAME VARIATIONS, NAME CHANGES
Just like today, people used their middle names even on documents. Some used their nicknames. Others used their initials with their surname. At other times, names also lost their prefix. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #family
NICKNAMES, MIDDLE NAMES, NAME VARIATIONS, NAME CHANGES
Just like today, people used their middle names even on documents. Some used their nicknames. Others used their initials with their surname. At other times, names also lost their prefix. #FamilyHistory #ancestry #family
PART TWO:
RELY ON MANY DOCUMENTS
Don't just rely on one document, even documents on one person. Gather documents on the parents and children.
HUMAN ERROR
Especially with online records. "Transcription Error." Many documents were rewritten and transcribed inaccurately. #ancestry #FamilyHistory
RELY ON MANY DOCUMENTS
Don't just rely on one document, even documents on one person. Gather documents on the parents and children.
HUMAN ERROR
Especially with online records. "Transcription Error." Many documents were rewritten and transcribed inaccurately. #ancestry #FamilyHistory
December 31, 2024 at 7:32 PM
PART TWO:
RELY ON MANY DOCUMENTS
Don't just rely on one document, even documents on one person. Gather documents on the parents and children.
HUMAN ERROR
Especially with online records. "Transcription Error." Many documents were rewritten and transcribed inaccurately. #ancestry #FamilyHistory
RELY ON MANY DOCUMENTS
Don't just rely on one document, even documents on one person. Gather documents on the parents and children.
HUMAN ERROR
Especially with online records. "Transcription Error." Many documents were rewritten and transcribed inaccurately. #ancestry #FamilyHistory
PART ONE:
Before the 1900s, filling out forms was less common. Illiteracy made accurate information like birth dates difficult. Remembering dates became harder, especially during census years. In addition, town clerks would estimate ages when recording births, so earlier dates are more reliable.
Before the 1900s, filling out forms was less common. Illiteracy made accurate information like birth dates difficult. Remembering dates became harder, especially during census years. In addition, town clerks would estimate ages when recording births, so earlier dates are more reliable.
December 27, 2024 at 10:12 PM
PART ONE:
Before the 1900s, filling out forms was less common. Illiteracy made accurate information like birth dates difficult. Remembering dates became harder, especially during census years. In addition, town clerks would estimate ages when recording births, so earlier dates are more reliable.
Before the 1900s, filling out forms was less common. Illiteracy made accurate information like birth dates difficult. Remembering dates became harder, especially during census years. In addition, town clerks would estimate ages when recording births, so earlier dates are more reliable.
"Just Google It!" How many times have you heard that expression? You've seen tips on effectively searching Google to get needed results. But let's be honest, remembering all those search techniques is as tricky as recalling all your passwords! All you need is this:
www.google.com/advanced_sea...
www.google.com/advanced_sea...
December 23, 2024 at 3:55 AM
"Just Google It!" How many times have you heard that expression? You've seen tips on effectively searching Google to get needed results. But let's be honest, remembering all those search techniques is as tricky as recalling all your passwords! All you need is this:
www.google.com/advanced_sea...
www.google.com/advanced_sea...
5/ As always, ensure you verify all information—use assumptions solely as helpful aids. Always have a reliable source for each fact.
December 19, 2024 at 8:43 PM
5/ As always, ensure you verify all information—use assumptions solely as helpful aids. Always have a reliable source for each fact.
4/ Research families in the area with potential surnames and look for records about all of her children. #Census records can help you determine her maiden name by looking for anyone living with her who has a different name.
December 19, 2024 at 8:42 PM
4/ Research families in the area with potential surnames and look for records about all of her children. #Census records can help you determine her maiden name by looking for anyone living with her who has a different name.
3/ To investigate a woman's maiden name, start by searching for records related to her #family members, such as her husband, father, siblings, and children. Look for marriage records to find her maiden name and check cemetery plots adjacent to hers for family connections. #FamilyHistory #ancestry
December 19, 2024 at 8:41 PM
3/ To investigate a woman's maiden name, start by searching for records related to her #family members, such as her husband, father, siblings, and children. Look for marriage records to find her maiden name and check cemetery plots adjacent to hers for family connections. #FamilyHistory #ancestry
2/ Traditionally, women adopted their husbands' surnames after marriage. In photographs, they were usually identified by their married names, or not mentioned at all. In newspapers, they were often referred to as "Mrs. [husband's name]." So, how can you track down the maiden name for your records?
December 19, 2024 at 8:40 PM
2/ Traditionally, women adopted their husbands' surnames after marriage. In photographs, they were usually identified by their married names, or not mentioned at all. In newspapers, they were often referred to as "Mrs. [husband's name]." So, how can you track down the maiden name for your records?
1/ One of the toughest challenges in genealogy is uncovering your female ancestor's maiden name. From marriage records to cemetery plots, explore these tips to track down her maiden name and complete your family tree! #ancestors #ancestry #FamilyHistory
December 19, 2024 at 8:39 PM
1/ One of the toughest challenges in genealogy is uncovering your female ancestor's maiden name. From marriage records to cemetery plots, explore these tips to track down her maiden name and complete your family tree! #ancestors #ancestry #FamilyHistory
Do you know what today is? You guessed it! 🤩 It's the day my 2nd great-granduncle, Robert "Bob" Lee Wescott, Sr. witnessed the famous Wright Brothers flight. And, his nephew, John Thomas Daniels, Jr., my 1st cousin 3x removed, took the infamous first photo.
#WrightBrothers #ancestry #FamilyTrees
#WrightBrothers #ancestry #FamilyTrees
December 17, 2024 at 3:14 PM
Do you know what today is? You guessed it! 🤩 It's the day my 2nd great-granduncle, Robert "Bob" Lee Wescott, Sr. witnessed the famous Wright Brothers flight. And, his nephew, John Thomas Daniels, Jr., my 1st cousin 3x removed, took the infamous first photo.
#WrightBrothers #ancestry #FamilyTrees
#WrightBrothers #ancestry #FamilyTrees
Genealogy Hack:
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Instead of starting with a name search on major genealogy websites, descend into their catalogs. These catalogs often contain #resources that aren't indexed and won't show up in standard searches. Use keywords, places, and topics to uncover hidden gems! 💎
#ancestry #FamilyTree
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Instead of starting with a name search on major genealogy websites, descend into their catalogs. These catalogs often contain #resources that aren't indexed and won't show up in standard searches. Use keywords, places, and topics to uncover hidden gems! 💎
#ancestry #FamilyTree
December 16, 2024 at 3:37 PM
Genealogy Hack:
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Instead of starting with a name search on major genealogy websites, descend into their catalogs. These catalogs often contain #resources that aren't indexed and won't show up in standard searches. Use keywords, places, and topics to uncover hidden gems! 💎
#ancestry #FamilyTree
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Instead of starting with a name search on major genealogy websites, descend into their catalogs. These catalogs often contain #resources that aren't indexed and won't show up in standard searches. Use keywords, places, and topics to uncover hidden gems! 💎
#ancestry #FamilyTree