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.

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.

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.

Discover the haunting truth behind my childhood home, 1408 Palisade Ave. In this personal account, learn about the paranormal experiences that shaped my family, and get a preview of the research that will soon unveil its deepest, most unsettling secrets.

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.

On This Day - Dec 28, 1904, my great-grandmother Inocencia Nieva Nieves was born in Puerto Rico. Explore her unique Taíno & Spanish heritage.

My DNA test revealed hidden Jewish heritage, tracing back to the 18th century. This post explores the mysteries found within my Ashkenazi and Sephardic lineage, and how Hanukkah traditions link my family to ancestors in Eastern Europe.