Last night I had the opportunity to present on Legacy Family Tree Webinars. Several months ago the host, Geoff Rasmussen, reached out and asked if I would teach about Danish Probate Records. The link for the webinar is here, and the content will be free for the next week. I Read more…
RootsTech 2025. I’ve been trying to document big things in my life, so here’s how it looked: The past few years I have really been trying to say YES to opportunities, especially when they push me outside of my comfort zone. This has opened doors and created relationships that are Read more…
I’m just about to walk out the door to head to Utah for RootsTech 2025. If you are going to be there, please come say hi! Here’s what I will be teaching. You may notice that there isn’t much about Scandinavia on that schedule. RootsTech was looking for something different Read more…
I have a daughter named Lucy. She’s 17. She’s really social and smart, and she’s involved in lots of different things at school. She’s definitely my busiest and most-involved kid. For the purpose of this blog post, you need to know that she sings. She’s a member of the top Read more…
It’s been a minute since I’ve taken time for an update because I’ve been swamped with preparations for RootsTech. This year it will be held March 6-8 in Salt Lake City with an online viewing option, as well. I will be there, and I’m really excited. This year I will Read more…
Regular readers know that I recently completed a really great DNA course through SLIG. Conveniently, just today, I received a notification from MyHeritage that they have a big sale on their DNA test kits for the holidays. For the next two days, you can get a MyHeritage DNA test kit Read more…
I think I mentioned a while ago that I signed myself up for a SLIG (Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy) course on DNA. While I feel like a really competent researcher, DNA is truly a weak spot for me. I’ve needed the help, and it becomes to apparent any time Read more…
I just completed one of the messiest same-name research projects I have ever worked on. Researching an individual who shares the name with others in the community is something I feel I’ve become a bit expert at doing. If you’ve done any measurable amount of research in Scandinavia, then you Read more…
I just submitted my AG renewal application. It’s always such a good feeling to have that done and to know I don’t have to think about it for five more years. For those unfamiliar with the Accredited Genealogist credentials, I will give a brief explanation. Accredited Genealogist professionals undergo a Read more…
I’m always trying to find ways to keep my skills sharp and learn the latest and greatest in research and technology within the genealogy world. One of the best ways I have found for doing this is by participating in research institutes and online courses. I’ve taken a few Scandinavian Read more…