Dive into Nina's family history as I uncover her German roots! From Bremen and Cologne to their naturalization in the US, see how census records piece together the amazing story of her second great-grandparents.

Learn how meticulous research, including comparing extensive marriage records and analyzing a comprehensive will, led to a breakthrough in identifying the elusive Nathaniel Abbot for my client, overcoming a complex genealogical puzzle.

Join me as I navigate a frustrating genealogical "brick wall" – identifying Eliza Abbot's father, Nathaniel. With an overwhelming number of potential candidates in New England records, it's a true hunt for a needle in a haystack.

Follow along as I tackle a tough client case, tracing the elusive Philip Jacob Meyer and Mary Ann Hoffman. From uncovering vital marriage and census records to facing confusing birthplace discrepancies, this genealogy journey is full of unexpected twists.

Discover the intricate process of virtual genealogy as I sift through thousands of Irish baptism records from St. Mary's Catholic Church, Clonmel. Learn about the digital tools used to decipher aged documents and follow along as I search for Shirley and Carleton ancestors.

Discover what it's like to research at the National Archives in Chicago. This post details my recent on-site work on a client's Native American "brick wall" case, highlighting the strict rules, the delicate, transparent papers, and the captivating, yet distracting, historical narratives.

On a recent trip to the National Archives in Chicago, I delved into a client's challenging Native American "brick wall" ancestry. Navigating fragile records and even disintegrating books, I encountered a truly surprising find: an exceptionally long list of names that cascaded off the table! Get a glimpse into this meticulous research process and see sample files from the visit.

Learn how meticulous research, critical analysis, and problem-solving helped solve a complex 'Conflicting Jacobs' mystery, tracing a client's lineage generations back to 17th-century Germany.

Two paths, one goal: Eastern European & Puerto Rican-Spanish ancestry. Exploring the rich tapestry of heritage.

Explore the intricate detective work behind solving a complex African American 'brick wall.' This post details a client's journey, from unexpected DNA results to tracing ancestors through challenging records, including the Simmons and Calvin lines.

Explore the dynamic world of genealogy through my recent case files. From cleaning up complex trees to uncovering perilous immigrant tales and starting a new Dominican Republic case, discover the rich, unfolding stories of ancestry.

Dive into the latest genealogy casework! This update reveals breakthroughs in tracing global ancestors to Poland, Belarus, and Spain, highlights an intriguing surname mystery, and shares a surprising personal DNA match found along the way.