Family Folklore: Fiction or Fact?
How do we identify, research, and report family lore and legends in our stories and…
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When Each Research Question’s “Conclusion” became “My Current Understanding”
In a family history writers group meeting, we discussed when—or whether—we can definitely state a…
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Accountability Partners
Are you having trouble staying focused writing your family stories and histories? If so, consider…
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Counting Our Blessings
Counting our blessings can help us realize we’re not alone when we’re researching and writing…
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You Do You
Have you ever avidly read a story about a family member, perused a photo album,…
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Gifts That Keep Giving through the Generations
In late December 2001, I felt deflated as I wrapped strands of twinkle lights to…
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Gifts Can Beget Gifts: Resources help family history writers ultimately give the gift of their written stories and sagas
When my mom and sisters inquired about what I wanted for my birthday, I gave…
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Focus on Finding Earlier Transaction Dates Connected to Ancestors’ Federal Land Patents
UPDATE (July 2026): The look and navigation of the Bureau of Land Management General Land…
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Benefits of Writers Groups
Just as it takes a village to raise a child, a community of writers helps…
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Family Recipes—Savoring and Baking Memories
In the late 1970s, my sisters and I undertook a family cookbook. The project started…
