[This was written for Fearless Females, 2nd of March, Women’s History Month] This woman is not one of my ancestors, but she is a relative. She is my Great Great Aunt. And, she figures in family history. This is Maria de Jesus (Jacinto) de Braga, aka Mary DeBraga. I chose this photograph because it is…
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2012 was a Great Genealogy Year For Me
As I begin the new year, I thought it would be interesting to look back on some of my genealogy research achievements. As a California and Hawaii researcher, it sometimes gets a bit lonely researching online exclusively. Databases and indexes for the areas I need are slow to become available. It doesn’t help that my…
Accentuate the Positive 2012 Geneameme
Jill over at the Geniaus blog started this GeneaMeme. I thought that I would joy in the fun and highlight my genea year. === From Jill: On a whim this morning I decided to throw together a Geneameme in which you can share the positive results of your Genea Activities in 2012. I invite you…
Advent Calendar: It’s Almost Winter Break!
(Day 16 of the Advent Calendar of Christimas Memories: Christmas at School) The month of December was always a special time in elementary school. There were so many things going on. It really made the month special. We began making presents for our parents right after Thanksgiving. In kindergarten, it was a handprint plaque. In…
Genea Caroling: Winter Wonderland
I have so many favorite holiday songs. It’s difficult to decide which one to add to the Genea Caroling list. My choice this year is Winter Wonderland. It is a song I love to sing and one that brings me joy when I hear it. My favorite version of this carol came out in 1987…