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My RootsTech Virtual Adventure: Day 2 – Still Learning in Pajamas!
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After yesterday’s genealogical marathon, you might think I’d be ready for a break. But no—Day 2 of RootsTech 2025 found me back at my desk (still in pajamas, naturally), coffee in hand, eager to absorb even more family history wisdom! Day 2: Diving Deeper into Methodology and Technology My Friday…
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My RootsTech Virtual Adventure: Learning in Pajamas
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Ever since I caught the genealogy bug (a very long time ago), I’ve been on a never-ending quest to solve my family mysteries, and for the the last 10 years or so, to sharpen my family history sleuthing skills. (Just call me a genealogy Nancy Drew!) Like many passionate researchers, attending…
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The Secrets We Keep: Myrtle’s Hidden Truth
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This week’s #52Ancestors prompt is “Family Secrets,” and it got me thinking about the stories we choose to tell—and those we don’t. Have you ever wondered what secrets your ancestors kept? What stories they took to their graves, what truths remained unspoken at family gatherings? I certainly have, especially when…
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Migration Stories: The Svensson-Sten Family’s Journey from Kristianstad, Sweden to America
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A #52Ancestors project exploration of chain migration through one Swedish family’s experience When three siblings from Kristianstad län, Sweden set sail for America in the 1920s, they became part of the final wave of the Great Swedish Migration. Their journeys—separated by years but connected by family ties—perfectly illustrate the concept…
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The Power of Letters in Genealogy
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“My baby, just a wrote me a letter…”[1] #52Ancestors – Letters and Diaries Letters are a goldmine for genealogical research. Unlike dry official records, letters capture the raw emotions, everyday experiences, and personal connections that defined our ancestors’ lives. And if you happen to have a collection of wartime love…
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The Mysterious Mr. Max
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#52Ancestors – Surprises They always say, “Start with what you know,” right? Seems easy enough… but what if you don’t know much at all? What if what you thought you knew turns out to be full of surprises? As I’ve written before, I started my genealogy journey at a young…
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Chasing My Swedish Roots
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This week’s #52Ancestors prompt is “Challenge.” And let me tell you—I’ve had my fair share of research challenges. But my biggest one? The one that keeps me up at night? Tracking down my paternal great-great-grandfather in Sweden. I’ve always been fascinated by my Swedish heritage. Ever since I learned that…
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The Mystery of Julia Dubinsky: Why Was She Overlooked?
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Family history is often like a puzzle—some pieces fit perfectly, while others seem to be missing altogether. For years, Julia Dubinsky was one of those missing pieces. No one knew exactly when she had died, and even her own son couldn’t recall the details. So why was Julia overlooked for…
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