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The Way a Grandmother's Wisdom Survived the San Francisco Earthquake

Have you ever wondered what advice your ancestors would give if they could speak to you today? What if I told you that sometimes they did leave messages. Not in letters o...

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These Are My Kinfolk: A Special Juneteenth Reunion

Have you ever felt that nagging sense that there was "something special" about your family's story, but couldn't quite put your finger on what it was? What if I told you ...

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An Honest Witness: The Day Charles Dickens Watched My Ancestor Sail to America

What if I told you that Charles Dickens (yes, that Charles Dickens) spent an entire day watching your ancestor prepare to sail to America, and then wrote about it in vivi...

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Through The Eyes Of A Child: The Refugee Ship Diaries

Have you ever wondered what your ancestors were thinking during the most challenging moments of their lives? What if you could read their actual thoughts, written in thei...

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Even in the Face of Injustice: What My Ancestors' Darkest Hour Taught Me About Resilience

Have you ever discovered a family story that kept you awake all night? Not because it was heartwarming or inspiring, but because it forced you to confront an uncomfortabl...

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Don't Worry About Me, Dad: How One WWII Letter Unlocked a Family's Hidden Grief

Have you ever stumbled across a family story that left you with more questions than answers? A name mentioned in passing that suddenly opens up an entire world of history...

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I Can See All The Story: Discovering Astonishing Details About Grandpa's WWII Service

Have you ever felt like the most important family stories are just out of reach? That's exactly how Lisa Elzey felt after discovering through DNA that her mother's biolog...

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I Can Live With the Truth: How DNA Revealed a 74-Year Family Secret

Have you ever wondered what secrets might be hidden in your family tree, waiting decades to be discovered? What if the clues to your own identity were locked away not jus...

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Ancestors Are Complicated: When Family History Reveals Hard Truths

Have you ever uncovered a family story that completely changed how you view your ancestry? What happens when you discover your ancestors weren't just flawed, but actively...

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Live Undaunted: How Sharing Your Story Creates an Enduring Legacy

Have you ever thought about what you want your family to remember about you when you're gone? Not just the highlights or significant dates, but the essence of who you are...

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