As the holiday season is in full swing, a lot of us are spending time with our families. Use this time to take a minute (or two) to remember family members who have passed and to share stories about ancestors you did not have the opportunity to meet. My family seems to shrink year after year and sadness sometimes overshadows our hearts when we remember those losses. But, let us give thanks for those around us and let us share our cheerfulness with others. This holiday season, take some time away from the hustle and bustle to label family members in old photographs, or listen and learn a new family legend told by an older relative.
Our relatives are tremendous sources for family history information, and if you're just starting out, living relatives should be the start of your journey. Tracing your roots is easier when you have others with whom to share your knowledge.
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Good Luck tracing your roots!
