This week, our theme is “In the Kitchen.” So many memories revolve around meals and cooking together. Do you have an ancestor who was a good cook (or maybe a notoriously bad cook!) What about a favorite recipe — where did it come from or who always cooked it?
Favorite Photo
This week I am asked to “tell the story of a favorite photo — who is in it, when and where was it taken, and why was it taken.” I have so many precious photos in my collection it is impossible to pick just one. But I decided this time to put Dale’s family in […]
Namesakes
Week 3’s theme is “Namesake.” Are you named for one of your ancestors? Do you have an ancestor who was named for someone else (either in the family or a well-known person)?
Family Legends
The 52 Weeks series continues this week with an examination of family legends. Is there a tale that’s been passed down in your family? Have you proven (or maybe disproven) it? Perhaps you have an ancestor who was legendary (or should have been). Hoo boy. Lots of ground to plow on THIS one.
Beginnings – 52 Weeks
I signed onto the “52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks” program, which provides a writing prompt every Monday to encourage progress and sharing on family history and genealogy. Seems like a good way to kick off the New Year, genealogy-wise.
