I have ancestors who saved everything. So I originally created The Turning of Generations blog to share what I've learned while sorting through and organizing the contents of the family home. I particularly enjoy piecing stories together starting with what was discovered at home (the exciting part), coming up with questions about the heirloom or document (usually the fun and easy part), and then researching other records to find the answers (the challenging but very rewarding part).
I have been seriously researching since the early 1990's and am currently working on a General Methodology-Advanced certificate with the National Institute of Genealogical Studies. It has really helped with my research and writing. And that is what I hope this blog will also do.
Recently I joined the ProGen program as a member of ProGen14 to help with the transition from being a pure hobbyist to becoming a professional. I highly recommend it for anyone wishing to improve the quality of whatever work they do, whether it be for themselves or to earn a living.
Other family history activities I enjoy include examining old family photos and accepting the challenge of finding out who the person in the unlabelled picture is. I also love researching my ancestors' old homes and when the opportunity arises, actually going to the location to see where they lived and get a feel for what their lives might have been like.
Being a little bit on the "geeky" side, computers, digital photography, scanners, and other technologies useful in the pursuit of my family's history are constantly being integrated in my research. I love sharing my experiences and learning about the latest gadgets, programs and techniques from others who share my passion for family history.
Most of all I love the stories that result from putting all of the pieces together and being able to share them so they are not lost forever.
Disclosures
The Turning of Generations is my personal blog. Any product or service that I write about or mention is one that I have paid for with my hard earned money unless I say otherwise (see below). All opinions expressed are my own.
If I ever receive compensation or am given "freebies," it will be disclosed right here or in the related blog post.
I am an affiiliate for Flip-Pal Mobile Scanner. This means if you purchase one of their products via one of the affiliate links on this blog, I will receive a small commission. I own numerous Flip-Pal products, all of which I have purchased with my own money. This is a product that I personally use and love which is why I became an affiliate.
In 2011 and 2012, I was designated a Blogger of Honor for the Mesa Family History Expo and the Austin Family History Expo (2012) by familyhistoryexpos.com where I received complimentary registration, wi-fi access, and some promotional gift items. I was not otherwise paid for my participation as a Blogger of Honor.
Now that is out of the way, let's get on with what we came here for!
Now that is out of the way, let's get on with what we came here for!
