I’ve always loved stories – reading them, writing them, sharing them. Precisely pinpointing where my love of genealogy started proves challenging, but several memories from my childhood come to mind. Though it may seem odd, one of my favorite first family history-related memories took place in a swimming pool while Read more…
The clock is ticking! Can you really do family history in just five minutes? This post and the accompanying Rootstech class will help you discover fast and fun ways to make family history part of your daily life. Research suggests that even small amounts of family history may have psychological Read more…
Instagram can be a valuable resource for connecting with your family! Through hashtags, geotags, and other useful Instagram tools you can connect, research, explore, and more. Why use hashtags? Hashtags organize and categorize posts and videos. Hashtags connect you with other people interested in the same content. Tips for using Read more…
Looking to connect with or be inspired by family history accounts on Instagram? This list will grow and eventually be made into a downloadable PDF. Don’t see your favorite account? Leave it in a comment or fill out this form: Genealogy Challenge Accounts @21DayConnect – A 21 Day Experiment exploring Read more…
Welcome to a directory for many of the best genealogy and family history hashtags on Twitter! Ready to dive in and discover the best hashtags to use for family history when you Tweet? You are in the right place! Keep reading for a list of my favorites! But first, here’s Read more…
Welcome! I hope you are enjoying RootsTech Connect 2022 as much as I am! This post is jam-packed with all the links and resources I talked about in my presentations and on social media. Enjoy and please comment with any questions! Interview with Jen Allen + My Personal Road to Read more…
What if the most exciting family history discoveries weren’t found in the past? What if they were hiding in plain sight in the present? I posted this ONE photo to our small, community Facebook group and couldn’t believe the response I got. Where did I find it – Family Search! Here’s Read more…