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Leveraging Newspaper Records in Genealogy Research: Insights and Tips
Newspaper archives are a goldmine for genealogists seeking to add depth and color to their family histories. While not a primary source in the traditional sense, newspapers offer a unique…
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Harnessing Large Language Models to Dive into Personal Journals: A Modern Approach to Self-Reflection
In an era where digital innovation continues to redefine the boundaries of creativity and introspection, large language models (LLMs) like OpenAI’s GPT series have emerged as powerful tools for engaging…
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Unraveling Your Roots: Leveraging Library Resources for Family History Research
Embarking on a journey to trace your family history can be both thrilling and daunting. Libraries, with their vast collections and specialized resources, are invaluable allies in this quest. Local…
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Navigating the Digital Preservation of Handwritten Journals: A Guide for Professionals
In the digital age, the task of preserving handwritten journals and personal manuscripts poses unique challenges and opportunities for professionals in the archival and preservation sector. We came across an…
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Crafting Living Histories: The Art of Multimedia Storytelling in Preserving Family Legacies
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Wood burning names under mother’s sewing machine
This was found fairly recently after the passing of dad’s sister Lavon by one of her daughters. It’s evidence of dad burning his name in the wood slats under his…
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Preserving Memories: Creating Keepsakes from Handwriting of Long-Lost Relatives
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Mail Art-Inspired Family Postcard Exchanges: A Creative Tradition Spanning Generations
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Fun Ways to Use a Cricut for Family History Activities and Documentation
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Incorporating Work History into Your Family’s Narrative
A person’s work history often plays a significant role in shaping their life experiences, identity, and contributions to their family and community. As such, documenting the work history of your…
I’ve long had a passion for documenting and publishing family history projects. It’s something that comes with working at print shop, plus building websites and being an audio recording freak since I was a kid. All those things roll into family history at some point.
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