Taphophila is a Grave Business
As my kids know only too well, I am a bit of a “taphophile”. Taphophile: someone with a passion for and enjoyment of cemeteries. Taphophilia … Read more
I’m Not Sure What My Clan Is
Having spent several weekends at highland games this summer, assisting people with their Scottish genealogy research, likely the most common comment I heard was, “I’m … Read more
Google – Your Genealogy Guru
I love Google. It’s simple, efficient, opens a world of knowledge and makes me feel smart just through its simplicity and ease of use. But … Read more
Why ISN’T Everything Online?
We so often hear “not everything is online” And that is very true. Likely less than five percent of all of the archival documents available … Read more
Why It’s Important to Use Desktop Family Tree SOFTWARE
Big name databases have all encouraged us to create our family trees online. And while this is fine, it is also limiting. You still need … Read more
Preparing for a Genealogy Road Trip
If you are planning to head to the state or provincial archives to do research on your ancestors, it is important to plan ahead so … Read more
The Learning Curve – Learn about Genealogy
One of the best things about genealogy is the many opportunities to learn. Workshops, magazines, blogs, conferences and even Facebook pages/groups. Whether you are a … Read more
Researching Ancestry on the Periphery
Do you remember this song from Sesame Street? “Who are the people in your neighbourhood…. They’re the people that you meet When you’re walking down … Read more
Scottish Surnames and Spelling
It is important to note that spelling was not consistent until dictionaries made it standard in the 1800s. Until this time, spelling was quite fluid … Read more
Canadian Sources, Eh?
If your ancestors originate from the British Isles, and came to north America after the Revolutionary war, it was easier for them to immigrate through … Read more
Using Twitter for Genealogy
The first question might be “just what is Twitter anyway?” Well, simply put, Twitter is a social media venue that allows access to instant information. … Read more
It’s Elementary, Dear Watson
Part of the joy of genealogy research is the thrill of the hunt. We tune into, hone and cultivate our inner detective. Let’s look at … Read more