Tag Archives: genealogy

The thrill of finding your ancestral roots

Posted on October 11, 2019 by stillalife

Recently a friend posted on Facebook — in all caps — her excitement of learning that her ancestors came from Northern Nigeria and that she was a “full Fulani woman. I found my home. My heart is full.” In response, … Continue reading →

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My odd little 2019 calendar

Posted on January 10, 2019 by stillalife

In preparing my last blog post I got carried away doing research on the history of the modern calendar and ignored my original plan to describe the calendar I created for 2019. Today I’m returning to that topic. My calendar … Continue reading →

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DNA reveals your roots

Posted on October 4, 2016 by stillalife

A few years ago, my husband and I landed in Amsterdam after 19 days in Spain and Morocco, and soon were strolling along the city streets gawking at the canals, the skinny houses, and the people. After a few minutes, he said, … Continue reading →

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Genealogy lessons

Posted on December 8, 2015 by stillalife

Yoo Hoo! School is almost over. Children and teachers might shout something like this near the end of every term, though as a rule retirees don’t.  But I’m saying it now.  I’m sick of homework and happy to have almost … Continue reading →

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Surprises from the past

Posted on November 16, 2015 by stillalife

I always thought researching one’s ancestors was a job for old people.  I’m researching mine now and I’m old, so I guess I was right. Years ago, my mother gave me a short family history prepared by a relative of … Continue reading →

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