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.

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.

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.

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.

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.