It is important to organize your family history work. I know just the word "organize" can give me the heebeegeebees, but it is vital. Not only is it important to be organized in your family research for yourself, but also for your children and others that will be helping you on this journey. Here's a couple images of how I…
All records before they become available online are indexed by two different people. Then an Artbitrator will look at both records and decide which information is correct. I haven't had the privilege of becoming an Artbitrator yet, so I get to learn along with you. First, we need to do lots and lots of indexing so today, go set…
What are the blessings for the youth as they work on family history? Find out from Sister Dalton. Her entire talk is amazing, but you can watch these few minutes and find the answer! Today, after watching the short video below, print the worksheet from this post and write down your thoughts and feelings about what those blessings mean…
The hardest part to teach someone about family history is to show them my thinking process while I am working on it. I thought I'd share this quick video to get you started on your research.
Everyone has a story. Some are full of heroic events that shaped and changed history. Others slipped through history only to be remembered by their loved ones. Whoever or wherever your story takes you, remember that you are part of a larger family. These are your people and you are here today because of the sacrifice and strength that…
It was a miracle that I moved from Los Angeles to Pennsylvania over 9 years ago. When we decided to move to the east coast, we didn't know anyone in that area. We built a home in a town called North Coventry in the borough of Pottstown. After just a couple years of living in Pottstown, I heard a…
Why do Mormons do family history? I believe that the answer to this questions is founded upon our belief that we will all live again after this life. I believe that because of the Savior, Jesus Christ, I can return to him and bring my brothers, sisters, parents, children and all my kindred dead to life forever with my…
How does indexing help you find your ancestors? For me it is the back bone to family history. Without records posted free online, we would be going through millions of microfilm records like my grandparents had to do to find their ancestors. I have looked through microfilm a few times and it is tedious. FamilySearch has made records available…
We are half way through the 40 Day Challenge! Congratulations if you have joined us so far. We know that as you continue your family history journey, you will feel the power of your ancestors. Why is Family History so important? Is it just a bunch of names of old people that lived so long ago that we…
Do you like me, have boxes of pictures tucked away in your closet? Pull them out and start attaching them to your family tree. Remember to just attach pictures to those that have passed away or make sure you ask the person before you post any pictures online since they will be available to the public. You can scan…
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The Sabbatical Year This year we will…
