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Genealogy Jokes and Funnies

Any genealogist knows that they have just as good of a sense of humor as anyone else. However, people who are not genealogists may unfairly view genealogists as dry and boring due to the amount of time that they spend researching and checking facts. Here are a few genealogy jokes and quips from around the web that will have everyone, genealogists and non – genealogists alike, roaring with laughter. Perhaps non – genealogists will see how funny genealogy jokes are and realize that underneath the serious and meticulous nature of a genealogist there is definitely plenty of room for humor. … Continue reading →

Your Genes Could Be The Reason That You Crave Sugar

If you have ever experienced an intense and unstoppable craving for a food, then you have experienced the workings of the genetics of addiction. The three most commonly craved types of foods are sweet foods, salty foods, and fatty foods. Research has shown that people who have very strong food cravings and have trouble sticking with a diet often exhibit many of the same symptoms of people that suffer from addiction to drugs or alcohol. Some of the diagnostic criteria for substance addiction include persistent desire, repeated unsuccessful attempts to “quit”, continued use despite knowledge of adverse effects, and withdrawal … Continue reading →

When Will You Be Done With Genealogy?

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How do you know when you are done with your genealogy research? Is it when you complete your current project? Will you be finished when your interest wains, or when you hit a brick wall that you cannot find a way around? Many genealogists would describe themselves as addicted to their favorite hobby. Could it be that genealogy doesn’t have actually have an endpoint? In many ways, genealogy is a “never ending story”. You may have started your family tree with little more than the names and birth dates of the relatives who you lived in the same house with … Continue reading →

Could You Start A Genealogy Business?

Many people out there love genealogy. Some people love genealogy so much that they would be happier if they could do more of it. There is a way to incorporate more genealogy into your life – you can work full time or part time as a professional genealogist. Yes, it’s true. Genealogy can be much more than a hobby. It can provide a satisfying part-time or full time career. How, exactly, does a person go about setting up a genealogy business? At the most basic level, begin by assessing your genealogy skills. How many years have you spent doing serious … Continue reading →

Are You Addicted to Genealogy?

Genealogists, as a group, seem to have a sense of humor about their favorite hobby. It might be a side effect of spending so much time doing precise research and serious fact checking. There are genealogy jokes that get passed around the internet, and several websites that sell shirts with amusing genealogy images and sayings printed on them. So, when genealogists refer to their hobby as an addiction, I believe they are joking around. There are genealogy blogs that use the word “addiction” in their title! Pamela’s Genealogy Addiction is the name of a blog run by Pamela. She uses … Continue reading →

Need a Break From Your Research? Try Reading a Genealogy-Themed Mystery!

If you have been diligently researching your family history for a while, you may be feeling a bit tired of methodically shuffling through old records in search of your ancestors. As is the case with any type of research, whether for business or for leisure, it is beneficial to take a break from your genealogical research occasionally. Sometimes, research can be frustrating, other times it can be exhilarating, and occasionally it can be downright tedious. Taking a break from your research can be fun and relaxing, and when you return to your research, you will be approaching it with a … Continue reading →

Epitaphs That Made Me Laugh

While it is true that you may be able to fill in the branches of your family tree by relying on simple records like birth certificates, marriage certificates, and death certificates, many genealogists do not want to stop there. The wonderful thing about genealogical research is that you can dig deeper than that. There are many kinds of documents and other types of evidence that genealogists can look at if what they seek is a more complete picture of who their ancestors were. The gravestones of our ancestors contain words and symbols that can give us some insight to the … Continue reading →