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Recent Genealogy Blog Posts

Doing Genealogy on a Mac

by Miriam Caldwell

31 Aug 2009 06:53 PM

I have spoken to many people who are reluctant to switch to using a Mac because they are concerned about finding software that is compatible with a Mac. In particular the PAF software used by familysearch.org has not been updated since 1996.

Should I Hire a Genealogist or Translator When Dealing With a Language Barrier?

by Miriam Caldwell

30 Aug 2009 10:49 AM

When you are completing your genealogy you may come to a point where you are struggling with a language barrier. If you have completed back to where your family immigrated to the United States you will need to begin doing research in a foreign language. This can be difficult to complete.

Top 3 Genealogy Attractions in the United States

by Miriam Caldwell

29 Aug 2009 06:49 PM

Once you are interested in genealogy you may want to include it in your travel plans. You may choose some of your vacation time to attend a genealogy conference or to travel to a specific area to complete your research.

Publishing Your Family History

by Miriam Caldwell

28 Aug 2009 08:55 PM

Publishing your family history is a great way to share it with others. You have several options when it comes to publishing. This is the type of project where the self-publishing venues can be a real service. It depends on the type of book and binding that you choose.

Medical Family History

by Miriam Caldwell

28 Aug 2009 08:34 PM

If you are completing your recent family history or genealogy it may be a good idea to track the health histories of the family. This is personal information, and not the type of stuff that you would want to post on the Internet, however it is important information and can help future generations.

What If My Genealogy Has Been Done?

by Miriam Caldwell

26 Aug 2009 07:41 PM

I come from a family that has genealogists on both sides. They have gone back several generations. There is only one branch one my mom's side of the family that has only gone back four generations. Other than that the majority of the research has already been completed.

Make Time for Genealogy

by Miriam Caldwell

25 Aug 2009 07:51 PM

Many people who are interested in genealogy have a difficult time finding the time to complete their genealogy work.

Starting Your Own Genealogy Business

by Miriam Caldwell

24 Aug 2009 07:57 PM

If you are thinking of taking your genealogy hobby to the next level and become a professional genealogist you need to look at the entire picture. It is important that you have several years of experience doing research, and helping others with research.

Journal Writing

by Miriam Caldwell

22 Aug 2009 08:42 PM

A journal is a great resource for genealogy. It is also a great resource for putting together your family history. As you read journals you learn about daily life, big events as well as small ones. It is a chance to really see inside someone's mind.

Writing Your Personal History

by Miriam Caldwell

22 Aug 2009 08:32 PM

As you complete your family's genealogy and personal history's for other people, you may become interested in passing on your own personal history to those who come after you. I have really enjoyed reading my grandparents' personal histories and learning from their lives.



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