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The Complete Genealogy Products

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List of genealogy databases

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Dafri Vintage Gold Plated Need point Brooch and Earrings

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GREAT VINTAGE JEWELLERY GIFT IDEA

Dafri Vintage Gold Plated Need point Brooch and Earrings

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This vintage needle work pin and earrings is created with a gold plated

setting and features a delicate petit needlepoint center portraying red

rose with 2 pansy’s on brooch with green leaves. Screw back earrings

with a single rose with green leaves. Toronto based jewelry

manufacturer who was popular in the 50s. It is high-end and well made.

It measures 2" wide, Signed Dafri , It’s an unusual set, Very rare

pieces of Dafri. Condition is Excellent circa 1950s

HISTORY: Dafri It is a jewelry company out of Toronto, Canada. Very little is known about this company,

Toronto based jewelry manufacturer who was popular in the 50s. It is high-end and well made Jewelry.

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Vintage Black Satin and Beaded Clutch Purse

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Vintage Black Satin and Beaded Clutch Purse

Happy Holidays Merry Christmas Everyone

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Genealogy Activities for the Holidays

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Christmas is the perfect time of year to share your love of genealogy with your family. Do you have any activities planned for your relatives? Here are a few interesting ideas on how to incorporate genealogy into your holiday festivities!
Decorate your tree
Make decorating your Christmas tree a family activity. This year decorate your tree with family photos of your living relatives and ancestors. You can purchase ornaments that allow you to insert the photos or create your own ornaments. A few years ago, my family decorated our Christmas tree with handmade ornaments. Each piece had a photograph of member of my family. The tree was a big hit and an excellent conversation piece. We left the names off to add an extra element of fun in guessing who was in some of the older photographs.
These ornaments are bound to arouse lots of stories and memories. Keep note of these to add your genealogy research.
Create a game
Everyone has different family traditions during the holidays. At my house, we always have fun playing games. This year, create your own trivia game that revolves around your family. It can be loads of fun and hopefully everyone will learn a little bit more about your family history.
Old family photos can also be turned into a fun game. Have your relatives guess who is in the photo. Maybe they can even help you identify some relatives that had you stumped.
Tell stories
Gather your relatives together to share some stories about your family history. You can also ask about past Christmases. How did your grandparent’s childhood Christmases differ from your own? You may discover some old family traditions. Record the stories on video or on paper. Perhaps you can even turn it into a small book to give to your relatives next year! You can also add the stories to Geni to share with your relatives near and far.
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Genealogy Podcasts

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Genealogy Podcasts to Enjoy

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Genealogy podcasts offer an option for listening to genealogy lectures, interviews, discussions and tutorials when and where you want - genealogy on demand. If you're unfamiliar with the term, a podcast is an audio (or sometimes video) file which is distributed over the Internet for playback on portable media players and personal computers. You can subscribe to podcasts, much like you suscribe to blogs, so you're informed as new podcasts become available. You can then listen to the podcast on your computer, download it to a digital audio player (iPod or other mp3 player), or burn it on a CD to listen to in the car.

1. Genealogy Guys

George G. Morgan and Drew Smith have been at this quite a while, meaning that there are already 220+ genealogy podcasts awaiting your listening pleasure. The two discuss new databases and technologies of interest to genealogists, highlight interesting Web sites, answer listener email, and throw in plenty of other interesting nuggets to help you with your research.

2. Genealogy Gems Podcast

Host Lisa Cooke shares research strategies and inspiration for anyone researching their family history. New podcasts are generally published on a weekly basis and are approximately 25 minutes long. GenealogyGems is several years old, so there are over 100 archived podcasts available to keep you busy. I especially like the "show note" included with each link, so you know what to expect before you download.

3. EOGN Podcasts

Genealogy tech guru Dick Eastman posts a number of interesting podcasts to his online blog at Eastman's Online Genealogy Newsletter. This link takes you directly to the list, or you can get there from any page on his site by clicking on the "podcasts" category. The majority are interviews with world-renowned genealogy experts conducted at various genealogy conferences and events and are definitely interesting to listen to.

4. Family Tree Magazine Podcasts

In this monthly online radio show, host Lisa Louise Cooke, creator of the popular Genealogy Gems podcast, takes you behind the scenes to learn more about the topics covered in the current issue of the magazine. Each episode features interviews with genealogy experts and Family Tree Magazine editors on using genealogy Web sites, records and resources. Plus, editor Allison Stacy gives you sneak previews on upcoming issues and managing editor Diane Haddad delivers the scoop on the latest genealogy news.

5. Family History: Genealogy Made Easy

Anyone new to genealogy will be equipped and inspired by the free family history tips and advice on the best genealogy sites in this free genealogy podcast, hosted by genealogy podcast guru Lisa Louise Cook. In addition, enjoy stories of other researchers who share their family history search, experience, tips, and rewards.

6. Geneabloggers Radio

This live 2-hour Internet genealogy radio show, hosted weekly on Fridays by Thomas MacEntee, brings in a number of wonderful genealogy guests from around the world. The discussion is lively, interesting and informative. Archived shows are available for download

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Sudden spike in climbing the family tree

2011-09-22T22:26:00.000-05:00

Sudden spike in climbing the family tree

Carolyn Webb http://www.sinclairtreasures.com/

January 2010

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FAMILY skeletons are streaming out of closets as Australia undergoes a genealogy boom.
SBS TV has commissioned a fourth local season of Who Do You Think You Are?, in which celebrities trace their forebears.
The November 28 episode that revealed actor Magda Szubanski's father was a World War II hero in Poland was one of SBS's top-rating 2010 programs, attracting 613,000 viewers.

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Executive producer Brian Beaton said the series appealed because it showed celebrities in real life, chasing detective-style stories. It showed us ''you can go further than just doing a family tree with names and dates''.
According to Ancestry.com, which sponsors the SBS show, since 2008 the number of Australians who visit family history websites has risen by 58 per cent and the number of Australians interested in doing their family history has risen by 26 per cent.
Heather Garnsey, executive officer of the Society of Australian Genealogists, said family history was having a second boom - after a late-1980s post-Bicentenary spike.
Membership of her genealogists' group had dipped from 8000 to 5500 in that time, she said, because Joe Public could now do his own research online.
Linley Hooper, of the Genealogical Society of Victoria, points to Ancestry.com's new digitised London Parish registers, which users pay to view by credit card or can use free at a library or as a member of a group such as GSV.
They let one view online the hand-written register of a London christening, marriage or burial, including witnesses.
Ms Hooper says previously, a reseacher would order a register microfilm from a Latter Day Saints' family history centre, which could take weeks. Then you might have to read hundreds of pages of names and, if it wasn't your relative, order another microfilm.
''Now we can do in a day what used to take months … It was just tedious. It was hard work.''
National Library of Australia family history librarian Jenny Higgins says Trove - the NLA's digitised online newspaper database, including in Victoria The Argus - is handy in allowing you to type in a name and locate any newspaper reference to it before the 1950s.
Scholars no longer have to spend months going through each page on microfilm.
Results can be confronting. ''The stuff that gets hidden in families is suddenly there for everybody to see,'' Ms Higgins said.
''One person found out their ancestor had given tainted evidence in a court case, which meant someone had gone to jail for quite a long time and they felt distressed about that even though it was a long time ago.''
She says there has been a 25 per cent increase in public genealogy inquiries at the NLA since Who Do You Think You Are?'s first season in 2008.
Heather Garnsey says the SBS show ''popularised family history'' but could create unrealistic expectations.
''When the public go to archives, there's no queue of people waiting for help. They [celebrities] walk straight in the door and there's someone there with white gloves showing you an original record, whereas you as an individual … would be shown a microfilm or computer [to use yourself].''
In reality, not everyone finds a convict or a rich socialite. Even TV star Michael Parkinson was rejected from the British Who Do You Think You Are? for being, said Parkinson, ''too boring''. ''On my father's side, miners and farm labourers; on my mother's, railwaymen and domestics.''
Leon Alekna, whose University of New England masters thesis is examining the nature and growth of family history in Australia, in 2009 surveyed almost 4000 family historians and found the stereotype ''little old lady'' genealogist was not necessarily true. About 45 per cent were aged 41 to 60.
Their motivation was ''overwhelmingly curiosity about their origins. They want to know who they are and who they belong to.''
He said today we are more comfortable with once-taboo issues we might uncover, such as single parenthood.

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How To Restore And Store Old Antique Family Photos And Pictures

2011-08-24T01:23:00.000-05:00

This article explains methods of antique photograph restoration as well as the proper care to ensure the longevity of the photographs.

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Some people view and treat antique photographs as dispensable pieces of paper and often store them in the worst places. As a result, the images are often stained, torn or faded. Fortunately, you can correct existing problems and take steps to ensure that your photos are not damaged in the future.
Loose photographs stored in antique albums, old cardboard boxes or envelopes can suffer the effects of acid and lignin. These chemicals are found in most paper products. Both chemicals can stain your images an ugly shade of yellow and turn your antique photographs brittle.

Natural occurring chemicals are not photographs' only enemies. Drastic temperature changes can fade your images. Dampness can produce mold that will eat the photographic emulsions (image sides) of your pictures. Thus, storing your antique photos in the attic or basement is never a good idea.

Thankfully, photographs that have been damaged due to these conditions can be restored. It is advisable, however, that you find a professional restorer to tackle the process. The types of antique photograph restoration are electronic restoration, chemical restoration, physical restoration, airbrush restoration and copying.

In electronic restoration, a photo is scanned into a computer and the restorer decides what techniques are needed from electronic signals on the monitor. This is, essentially, a complicated cousin of photo editing software. However, the technology used in this process is not perfect and equipment costs make this method too pricey for the average consumer.

Chemical restoration is generally used on faded black and white images. By redeveloping an image in black and white developer, the once oxidized silver in the paper once again becomes silver metal, making the image visible. A more involved process involves bleaching your photograph and redeveloping it. However, the latter method can cause irreparable damage to your photograph.
The process of physical restoration uses a blend of neutron irradiation, autoradiography and photography to restore faded images. This is a highly recommended restoration method as it is non-destructive, but it is not easily available.

Airbrushing is computer editing without the computer. In traditional airbrushing, an artist uses a special paintbrush to restore lost details to a photograph, correct defects or change aspects of a photograph. Airbrushing can even remove a person entirely. However, if an artist applies this method too heavily, your photograph will not look realistic.

Copying is the least expensive restorative method. You can ask a lab professional to copy your old photographs. Old negatives can be copied as well using special camera equipment. By doing this, you will have a back up for additional restoration, editing or a base in which to make additional copies.

After all that restorative work, it wouldn't make sense to store your images improperly. Acid free photo album pages, photo corners and storage boxes (also, lignin free) are available to help you organize and store your images.

If you prefer plastic page protectors to paper album pages, then look for protectors that do not contain Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC). This chemical will turn your images sticky and yellow over time.

After you organize your images, you should store them in a cool, dry place, such as a closet. The balanced conditions will ensure the longevity of you unique images.

Of course, you still have the option of displaying your antique images. If you do this, you will want to use metal frames. Wooden frames (like paper) contain chemicals that can damage your pictures.

When matting an antique photograph or any photograph for that matter, you should use acid free mat board (a.k.a. rag board). Acid free linen tape should be used to hinge the two parts of your mat together. Do not tape your antique photograph to the mat, but use acid free photo corners to attach it. Once the tape is applied to your photograph, you will not be able remove it without damaging the photograph in the process.

Finally, you should use special UV blocking glass in your frame or position your photograph away from direct sunlight. Long-term UV exposure will drastically fade your images. Most frame stores carry UV blocking glass. It's a bit expensive, but it's worth the price to protect your pictures.

Remember, your antique photographs aren't easily replaced pieces of paper. These images are unique treasures and should be treated with respect. Given the proper care, they will be valuable family heirlooms that your descendants will be thankful for one day. http://www.essortment.com/restore-store-old-antique-family-photos-pictures-57966.html

GeneaPress: FamilySearch TechTips - New Website Brings Together Genealogy and Technology

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GeneaPress: FamilySearch TechTips - New Website Brings Together Genealogy and Technology

FamilySearch TechTips - New Website Brings Together Genealogy and Technology

2011-08-15T23:20:00.000-05:00

Genealogy has been a popular hobby for over a century, but the pursuit of one’s ancestors is now a decidedly technology-intensive endeavor. To help family historians take advantage of the latest technology, FamilySearch has launched a new section on its FamilySearch.org website called FamilySearch TechTips.

The goal of TechTips is to continue building a bridge between the developing worlds of technology and genealogy, according to FamilySearch product marketing manager Jim Ericson.

“For someone who is already excited about family history, FamilySearch TechTips can introduce them to technologies that will help them climb their family tree,” Ericson said. “Those who may not be familiar with genealogy, but are technology enthusiasts, can learn how products can be applied to family history.”

Ericson said visitors to FamilySearch TechTips can read about a variety of subjects, such as how to store photographs for the long term, what mobile applications are available for family historians, how to share files and how to scan images. The site also contains step-by-step guides to help users accomplish a technology-related task, like how to join an online research community and why.

FamilySearch TechTips is a community effort that is a cross between a blog and an online technology magazine. Anyone can contribute articles and share their personal experiences. The TechTips articles don’t endorse specific products, although they may mention what is available in the marketplace. There will also be content on new technology or trends that impact the world of genealogy.

“People can learn where genealogy technology is headed and how technology may evolve in the future to make life easier for family historians,” Ericson said.

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Tips on how to tell if your jewellery is vintage

2011-08-03T20:03:00.000-05:00

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Genuine vintage jewellery is in massive demand at the moment, and rightly so. It's got character, is often amazingly beautiful and well made, and of course no one else will own your unique piece!

As with anything that becomes fashionable, you'll always get sellers and store owners trying to cash in on the trend. While there is of course nothing wrong with this, it can become a problem if they describe their jewellery as vintage when it isn't. In fact at the moment I'm really disappointed at the amount of jewellery I'm seeing online that is being described as simply 'vintage', when on closer inspection it is modern 'vintage style' or a marriage of new jewellery with salvaged vintage bits and pieces attached to it.

Here are my tips to make sure you're buying genuine, real vintage jewellery.

1. 'Antiqued' gold tone is usually modern. You know the colour I mean - that bronzed and slightly dappled dark gold plating that's really popular at the moment. Dark antiqued gold plating has been used in the past (especially on Czechslovakian/ Bohemia region jewellery) but is quite rare, and fetches high prices.

2. Plastic rhinestones are cheap modern alternatives to glass. Again, they are not vintage. Tap rhinestones on your teeth to see what they are made from. Glass has a cold hard high pitched clink, while plastic is warm and soft, and makes a much duller sounding click.

3. Gunmetal colour (ie dark shiny pewter colour) metal is modern.

4. Cute kitsch pendants on simple chains are very popular at the moment,and are sometimes advertised as simply 'vintage'. These are all modern made, and are not proper genuine vintage jewellery. A seller may be using vintage componants to make the jewellery (which is fine and can be really beautifully done), but they should make this clear in both the title and description of the jewellery. Jewellery like this is correctly called 'vintage inspired'...'vintage recycled' ....'vintage reworked' or 'vintage style' etc.....not just 'vintage'.

I've actually seen a seller describe their modern jewellery (which happens to have a little piece of vintage jewellery stuck onto it) as simply " 'vintage handmade necklace". I understand completely that sellers need to make money, and want to get to the top of jewellery searches in search engines. However, surely this kind of description can't be right? How would this seller feel if they'd bought a 'vintage handmade' Art Deco wardrobe' only to find out it's a modern wardrobe with Art Deco handles stuck on it?

5. Genuine vintage jewellery is unique, which is why it is so sought after. If you see words such as 'limited stock on this item' it will not be authentic vintage jewellery.

6. Always read the 'about me' or 'about us' page of a website. Who is it that you are buying from? Are they experienced vintage jewellery dealers? Do you get a feel for their love of genuine vintage jewellery?

7. If the description of a jewellery item only says 'vintage' and doesn't give an actual approximate date to the item (eg made circa 1950-60s, or made circa late 19th century) then be a little wary, and email the seller for a date to the item.

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Villages celebrate links with a legend - Football - Fife Today

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Scotland's People Website

2011-07-25T15:20:00.000-05:00

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The new-look Scotland's People genealogy website was officially launched in September by the Scottish Tourism Minister, Mr Jim Mather.

The revamped service features new search features designed to make it easier and quicker for people at home and abroad to discover their family roots. This includes plotting search results on maps, helping those unfamiliar with Scottish geography - such as users overseas - understand more about Scotland and their ancestors. Following this first revamp of the site since it was launched in 2002, it now offers advanced search functions, providing quicker results, as well as additional information from Catholic Parish Registers.

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Starting Your Own Genealogy Business

2011-07-11T22:52:00.000-05:00

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If you are thinking of taking your genealogy hobby to the next level and become a professional genealogist you need to look at the entire picture. It is important that you have several years of experience doing research, and helping others with research. Many genealogist enthusiasts have this already through volunteering at the local genealogical society.
It does help business to have credentials as you open your business. While it is not required many people are more comfortable hiring a genealogist that is board certified or who has a degree in genealogy. It is not difficult to do both of these things. There are distance programs that focus on starting up a genealogy business that would help to address all aspects of the business.
The second thing you will need to do is get a business license through your local municipality if it is required. This can be considered freelance work, so you may be exempt according to some local laws. You should check with your city and follow the local guidelines.
You will need to keep close track your financial records. You should open a separate business checking account to help keep your finances separate. You should keep careful track of the business costs so that you can deduct them, and you may want to have an accountant do your taxes for the first few years to make sure you understand everything.
When dealing with customers you need to maintain a professional demeanor. Setting up clear contracts will protect both you and your customer. Be clear when you list the cost, expected number of hours, and what you will do if you go over those hours. Make sure that you charge enough so that the work you complete is worth it.
This type of business can be advertised on genealogy sites, in local directories, at your library as well as through word of mouth. You do not need to spend a lot in order to advertise effectively. As you build a client list many clients will come to you as referrals.
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Online Family Tree

2011-06-15T12:48:00.001-05:00

Online Family Tree – Discover Your Family History and Genealogy Through Your Online Family Tree

The genealogy bug can be traced back to the 1977 movie "Roots", a powerful film that so impressed its viewers that they wanted to see just what their own family was made of. Today it is much easier to make a family tree because we can now do it all online! There are many sites that offer the service at no charge, even provided free software to download. When you build family tree online it's fun and educational for children, too.

By: Daniel K. Voyles The genealogy bug can be traced back to the 1977 movie "Roots", a powerful film that so impressed its viewers that they wanted to see just what their own family was made of. Back then, those researchers were confined to libraries and often had to travel long distances or use mail service to gather information.
Today it is much easier to make a family tree because we can now do it all online! There are many sites that offer the service at no charge, even provided free software to download. Genealogy software makes family trees easy to create; you simply enter the name of your ancestor along with the birth and death dates and they are placed on the tree in chronological order in the proper branch of the family. Some software allows you to include the place of birth and death but those extras are usually included on programs you buy.
Most genealogy software, even the freeware, is more than just a listing of names and dates. There are wizards to guide you through entering the information and most allow you to include family photos so that you can put a face to a name. One of the most exciting developments in creating an online family tree is face recognition software that some sites are offering. Most families have a few photographs that no one can identify, but if the site you're working with has this special software you may be in luck! By downloading and annotating the photos of relatives you are familiar with, the software scans the unknown person and places them in the appropriate branch on the family tree. This is a remarkably accurate program and if your site offers it, it can probably solve a decades old mystery in seconds!
One very distinct advantage you'll enjoy when you build family tree online is that everyone in your family can see it! You also have the option of making it public or private password protected, even on the sites that offer the service at no charge. If you'd like to download your work and save it on a CD you can do that, too.
Many genealogy sites include user forums where you can discuss your research with other people, even your family, and learn new techniques and ideas. You may even be one of the many people who connect with long-lost relatives through these forums!
When you build family tree online it's fun and educational for children, too. Be sure to include them when you are building your tree and see how much they know about their immediate and extended family. They will be astounded at how large their family really is!

Daniel K. Voyles is a genealogy enthusiast. For more information on how to build a family tree online visit http://yourgenealogyhistory.com

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10 History Activities to do with your Family

2011-05-24T22:27:00.000-05:00

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Here are 10 activities your family can do together to learn more about their history and how the actions and decisions of their ancestors affected who they are today. These activities will help to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for your foundations and will provide a more complete record of your distinctive history that will be treasured for generations to come.

Make a Family Tree
Ask one person to sketch a family tree on a large piece of paper while everyone contributes information. Encourage Grandma and Grandpa to share what they remember of the older generations and have the younger children locate their positions on the tree. Later, make decorative copies of the family tree and give one to each family member. Frame them for a lovely gift!
Start a Family Journal
Recruit your fastest write to record the stories and information in a journal that will come to light throughout the afternoon or evening. Divide the journal into four sections: one for individual 'Family Members', one for 'General Family' stories and information, one for 'Family Gratitude', and one for 'Legacy'. Ask a lot of questions to get the best stories! Later, transfer this priceless information to a more durable keepsake book or post to an online family wesite for all to enjoy.
Put Faces to Names
Blow the dust off the box, bag or album containing old family photos and together, identify the subjects in the pictures. Discuss where that person fits into the family tree and who they most resemble. Note any other historical information that is known. This is also the perfect time to label any unlabeled photos with names, dates, ages, locations, and any other relevant information. Use a soft lead pencil on pre-1950's photos and a felt tip marker on post 1950 photos. Never use a ball point pen as it can damage the photos.
Generation Preservation
Old photos are fragile and cannot be replaced once lost or damaged. Consider scanning the images to computer or disc so they can be preserved digitally, a more resilient format and one that can be shared easily. Digital images can also be repaired if they are damaged and organized into a video slide show documenting your family history.
Their Turn
Shine the spotlight on Grandma and Grandpa and encourage them to talk candidly about their experiences growing up. Go ahead, ask questions as often a little probing can reveal a treasure trove of fascinating stories and family history. Consider recording these stories in video or audio format so help future generations can connect on a more personal level. For something a bit more special, a Family Documentary Family Documentary can capture their life story and your family history by weaving a filmed interview with photographs, maps, and other memorabilia to create a modern day 'moving' portrait.
Where in the World
Using a world map or globe, point out where the family originated from and the different places they lived. Ask the children to trace the route the family may have taken between the locations. Discuss why, when and how the family came to America (or their current location) and the challenges and emotions they faced throughout their journey. A quick internet search can reveal the historical context of their immigration.
Generation Transformation
Looking over the Family Tree, discuss what life was like for each generation; their professions, living conditions, education, opportunities, and limitations, and how their experiences affected the next generation and ultimately the family as it is today. Have the children make a list of all the different family professions.
We are Family
Identify any family traditions, characteristics, family traits, values, and practices that have been passed down through the generations. Discuss why, when and where they may have begun and and their significance within the family.This is a great time to ask Grandma why she makes the special dish for Thanksgiving, or to compare your artistic skills with Grandpa.
Family Gratitude
Ask each family member identify an experience or decision an ancestor (or current family member) made that contributed to a better life for their descendants. Discuss what their perspective may have been at the time, and whether they could have imagined the impact their experience or decision would ultimately have their descendants.
Leave a Legacy
Finally, ask each family member to reflect upon what they would like their own family contribution-their legacy-to be and why. Encourage everyone to share how they envision their contribution to impact on future generations. Now, take a portrait and label it with names, the date and your location and add it to the family journal.

Your family history changes every day. Begin a new family tradition by using these activities to embrace and celebrate the past while guiding you family as they look to the future.

Canadian TV wants genealogy stories

2011-05-07T23:18:00.001-05:00

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Canadian Television Show Wants Your Genealogy Stories

History Television in Canada is looking for your family's genealogy stories. The show is looking for "astonishing stories with a Canadian connection."

Here are some excerpts from the show's web site:

Help History Television create an intriguing new series that will help you find your ancestors. Were your ancestors sheep-thieves or war heroes, saints or sinners, or something quite unexpected? Are there family secrets you'd still like to unlock or legends you've already untangled? Let Ancestors in the Attic help you solve your dramatic, personal family mysteries or feature the stories you've already uncovered.
Your Stories
Whether you're a historical researcher or a family historian we'd like to hear about the astonishing stories with a Canadian connection that you've already unearthed. Have you made an unexpected or startling discovery? We'd like to hear about it.
If your story or family history research is selected, it could appear on Ancestors in the Attic.
Your Mysteries
Are there family mysteries you'd like to solve? Tell us what you know about the person in your family whose story most intrigues you. It can be a distant ancestor, a grandparent, parent, uncle or aunt. Does the mystery involve an heirloom or do you have an artifact that tells a tale you can't decipher? Send us a picture and tell us how it relates to your story.
Do you have a family legend you've always wanted to confirm? A great, great grandfather who might have been a European aristocrat, an ancestor related to a famous politician or world-renowned musician.
Perhaps you've hit a brick wall in your research or just have a question you'd like answered. Or perhaps you have a relative associated with a famous, infamous or just plain interesting event in Canadian history.
In 500 words or less, tell us your story. If it's chosen our team of professional genealogists will help you unearth the answers you've been searching for.

There is more information available on the TV program's web site at http://www.history.ca/microsites/ancestorssearch/default.asp

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NEW FAMILY APP AVALILBLE

2011-04-22T18:15:00.000-05:00

NEW FAMILIES APP NOW AVAILABLE FOR ANDROID York, UK, 31 Jan 2011
I really like this one,
TelGen Limited is pleased to announce the release of the first version of Families for Android. This app provides the same functionality as the popular Families app for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad, but now on the Android platform. The app works in conjunction with Legacy Family Tree, the leading Windows-based genealogy software from Millennia Corp. You can now transfer your complete family tree, including pictures, to your Android smartphone, and view and edit the information wherever you are and thats really cool. Any changes you make can then be synced back to your Legacy file on your PC.
Families supports the following functionality: Here
* Multiple family files
* New family files can be created from scratch
* Family View, Pedigree View and Descendant View
* Index, searchable by Given Name, Surname or RIN
* Events
* To Do Lists
* Master and Detail Sources
* Locations and Addresses, with geolocation via Google Maps
* Alternate Names
* Pictures, including the ability to add pictures from camera or photo album
* Portrait and Landscape mode on all views
* Handles very large family files

Family View

Pedigree View (portrait)

Pedigree View (landscape)

Marriage View

Individual View

Search (surnames)

Search (individuals with surname)

Search (given name)

Add picture

Picture View

Event View

Location View

GeoLocation View

Source View

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