by Whitney Porter | Jul 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
As of about a year ago I thought my family history story started with my great grandparents on my mom’s side. Because that was all I was ever told and that’s all my family knew. But recently through my own research and research done by an older cousin, I...
by Whitney Porter | Jul 9, 2021 | Introducing Teens to Genealogy
Your child is beginning to learn their family history. There are some parts of family history that are not easy to talk about. But it is important to share to prevent generational trauma and ending the cycle. Here are some ways to navigate those...
by Whitney Porter | Jun 29, 2021 | Tuesday Tips
As you go along your family history journey you will discover more and more about the lives of those who came before you. A part of that is learning where they lived. To gain a better connection and understanding of their lives, some may visit the area and maybe even...
by Whitney Porter | Jun 25, 2021 | Biographies
Happy Caribbean American Heritage Month! In honor of this month, I will be sharing the stories of my Grandfather Rodney and family friend Cynthia. Caribbean American Heritage Month was established in the United States in 2006 after the passage of a bill by the House...
by Whitney Porter | Jun 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
Although the world is beginning to rise from the ashes of the COVID-19 Pandemic, there are still many who are hesitant to travel for large events like family reunions. Why not, like many other things during the pandemic, make it digital? Here are some tips and tricks...
