Tag: research-planning
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Breakthrough Methods: What I Learned at OGS Conference Day 3
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After two intensive days of genealogical immersion at the Ohio Genealogical Society Conference, I spent today absorbing knowledge from five remarkable sessions that have fundamentally changed how I’ll approach my family research. The “Light Up Your Genealogy” conference theme couldn’t have been more appropriate – each presentation illuminated different aspects…
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Breaking Through: Innovative Genealogy at OGS 2025
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After yesterday’s productive workshop sessions, I arrived early this morning eager to dive into the main conference program. The energy at OGS 2025 was palpable—hundreds of genealogists gathering to share knowledge, breakthroughs, and of course, tales of brick walls conquered! Morning Keynote: Judy G. Russell Lights the Way The day…
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From Family Tales to Documented History: The Genealogist’s Journey
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Family stories are the heartbeat of genealogy. They spark our curiosity, connect us to our past, and often set us on the path of discovery. As I reflect on the first fifteen weeks of my #52Ancestors project, I’m struck by how often my research has centered around testing family stories…
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RootsTech Day 3 Recap: Crossing the Finish Line
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The Final Stretch Today was the final day of RootsTech 2025, and I’m officially genealogied-out (if that’s not a word, it should be!). I dragged myself out of bed at 8 AM to start my day a recorded session (and a very large cup of coffee), and somehow managed to…