Some genealogists were always fascinated by family history. I'm fascinated by mysteries and people's stories. I love the long arc of family history stories. I love the thrill of the investigation. I'm analytical and I also enjoy speculation and data. Here, I will attempt to quantify my genealogy learnings
Redgrave Research, online
San Diego, CA
Family Search annual event, attended online these years
Every month, my local genealogical society hosts speakers over zoom. I haven't missed a single one for three years. Topics vary. I'm also a member of the Writers and DNA special interest groups.
I'm working my way through this resource. So far I've viewed about 1/3 of their webinar library. Topic areas I've completed include Marketing, Writing, DNA, Business Management, Legal & Ethical Considerations
I'm not a member yet but I've worked through a ton of their Educational Activities. I own every book they recommend and I use their Facebook group to network with other members and learn.
I've held membership at several regional genealogy societies, including Southern California Genealogical Society, King County Genealogical Society, and Audubon County (Iowa) Genealogical Society. I'm also a member of the National Danish American Genealogical Society and potentially others that are relevant to my personal heritage (Future m I try to join the writer's and the DNA Special interest groups whenever they're available. I might also be a member of some New Jersey and Maryland societies
I have been a member for less than 1 year. I am working through their library of videos.
Investigation to determine the mother of Margaret Curtis Brown
Case Study using DNA to determine client's paternal great grandfather
Case Study using DNA to determine who fathered F
Case Study to find client's half sister
I will be training and testing for certification this year
I have helped friends and family casually with their DNA interpretation, but I haven't written anything about the hunt. 2023 is the year of documenting everything properly
I'd love to have some probate case studies in my files. I'm currently working supervised with a group of IGG's on descendant research cases, so I am learning
Plenty of Americans are hoping to gain dual citizenship to the land of their ancestors. I'd love a few case studies finding documentation to attain citizenship elsewhere based on birthright.
Apparently "reading cursive handwriting" is an important skill for helping reunite African Americans with the records of their enslaved ancestors, hidden among property ownership documents in the early Americas. I urge you to go volunteer if you have this superpower. This is important work
Descendency research for Private Practice
Tracking next-of-kin for unidentified remains; volunteer role
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