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You can find photos of your ancestors in the most unexpected places if you just look! Here are the best places to search for unknown family photos!

Page from the Fleet Family Bible Recording Births and a death

This image has come to me badly faded with smudges, abrasions and water damage. This is an original water colour with hand drawn miniature cameo portraits in 4B pencil. This is exceptionally detailed, quality work by an unknown Dutch artist made around the late 1940's or early 1950's. At some point in it's life this image has been mounted on oil tempered hardboard with wall paper paste. As a result the colour of the board has bled through the paper. Northland's high humidity has ensured that…

Discover the keys to bridging gaps in your family history with adoption records. From courthouse visits to online databases, explore effective methods for piecing together the puzzle of your ancestry.

Family history isn't just about names and dates, it's about stories. What will you uncover?

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Progress On My Genealogy Do-Over - Empty Branches on the Family Tree

As we bid farewell to July, it’s time to reflect on our journey through the world of genealogy this past month. We’ve delved into engaging workshops, explored the concept of “Genealogy beyond the ‘end’,” and discussed the importance of setting future...

Is ancestry work something you do in your practice? ✨ Ancestry work is a form of spiritual practice that involves connecting with and honoring one's ancestors. This can involve researching one's genealogy to learn about ancestors who have passed on, as well as working with the spirits of these ancestors to gain insight, guidance, and support.

Decipher the lesser-known sections of census records and unveil a trove of details about occupations, land ownership, and more. Explore the significance of non-population schedules in understanding local histories and personal stories.

Published editorial photographer for magazines and websites. Currently enjoying life in our 1910 Victorian farmhouse in Fbg, TX.

You've got a treasure trove of family history. But it's a mess.

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