The Genealogy Do Over Workbook

Back in December 2014, I made a big announcement online and in social media: Genealogy and I are parting ways. Done. Finished. Game over. Have you ever said to yourself, "That's it! I've had it and it just isn't worth it anymore!" Well, have you? Sort of like the character Howard Beale in the movie Network when he says, live on air, "I'm mad as hell and I'm not going to take it anymore!" By the end of 2014, after more than 25 years of researching my own family history, that is how I felt. My Past Genealogy Research Frustrates Me! While many who read my post thought that I was leaving the genealogy community or closing down my genealogy business, I had to clarify what I meant by "leaving:" Starting in 2015, I planned on setting my 20+ years of genealogy research aside and starting over. From scratch. Seriously. How many times have you thought about doing the same thing? Did you start your research the same way I did, by just collecting names, grabbing stuff from other online trees, or pasting text into your genealogy software? Lately, has the prospect of going back and citing sources or proving facts and evidence brought you down and ruined your genealogy buzz? Do you throw up your hands and say, "I give up!" only to return to the same review and edit process days or weeks later? If you are like me, you need a genealogy makeover. Better yet, a Genealogy Do-Over. That is what I decided to call the journey upon which I embarked in early 2015. Now I want you to come along. Genealogy Do-Over: A New Journey of Genealogical Discovery Here is the short summary of The Genealogy Do-Over: I set aside everything* related to my genealogy research including notebooks, papers, and even digitized files and my genealogy database files and START OVER. I'm hitting the reset button. I'm allowing myself to have a do-over! (* certain items such as vital records ordered and paid for or research gathered on long-distance trips can be retained). Since I started my initial research, much has changed in the areas of genealogy research methodology and education. I now realize the need to collect facts and track them properly, including the use of source citations. I now understand the process of analyzing evidence and proving facts to reach a conclusion. In essence, I know a lot more about the "process" of genealogical research and I want to put it to use. This is not to say that I have not been following proven guidelines when it comes to finding family history. For my research clients (mostly pro bono), I actually employ all the methods advocated by many in the genealogy community. However, when it comes to my own research from years ago, I am not walking the walk . . . I have just been talking the talk. It is not always easy to "walk backwards" and review every bit of information gathered over the years. Instead, I wanted to do more than re-walk a trodden path: I wanted to head out from the same starting point and see where the journey took me. I knew I would have access to better tools, better knowledge and be better equipped for each twist and turn. Now, I encourage you to join me on this journey. The Genealogy Do-Over journey is constructed of 12 mileposts or journey markers that are laid out over one year. You can choose to pace yourself differently. You can even decide to drop some of the less important tasks and add your own. Do whatever it takes to ensure that you are on a firm footing to finding your ancestors.

"If you are like me, you need a genealogy makeover. Better yet, a Genealogy Do-Over. Since I started my initial research, much has changed in the areas of genealogy research methodology and education. I now realize the need to collect facts and track them properly, including the use of source citations. I now understand the process of analyzing evidence and proving facts to reach a conclusion. In essence, I know a lot more about the "process" of genealogical research and I want to put it to use. The Genealogy Do-Over journey is constructed of 12 mileposts or journey markers that are laid out over one year. You can choose to pace yourself differently. You can even decide to drop some of the less important tasks and add your own. Do whatever it takes to ensure that you are on a firm footing to finding your ancestors"--Back cover.

Explains how to create a family tree, discussing getting started and conducting genealogical research

Detail generations of your family's unique history in one convenient workbook Organizing your genealogical information is a snap with the Family Tree Workbook. This versatile workbook assists you in your research by providing a variety of forms, charts, and worksheets that help you categorize and track critical information. It also suggests ways to expand on the ancestral information you have already uncovered. The companion book for Practical Genealogy, the Family Tree Workbook is also suited for your own independent investigations. Featuring everything from pedigree charts and DNA trackers to marriage records and family lore sheets, this family tree workbook offers an expansive approach and unmatched versatility when it comes to recording your family's history. The Family Tree Workbook includes: Worksheet variety--Discover dozens of different ways to expand and explore your family tree--including forms that help with bookkeeping and managing your research. Special documentation--This workbook is inclusive of all types of family histories thanks to specialty forms, migration maps, and blended family worksheets. Treasured keepsake--Create a comprehensive history of your family that will make a wonderful and heartfelt heirloom for future generations. No matter how your family tree has grown, this workbook will make it easy to trace your family's growth.

Record Your Family History! From the editors of Family Tree Magazine, this workbook makes it easy to record and organize your family history. Family Tree Memory Keeper helps you keep track of basic genealogy information and special family memories, including traditions, heirloom histories, family records, newsworthy moments, family migrations and immigrations, old recipes, important dates, and much more. This book features: • Dozens of fill-in pages to record all your essential family information. • Convenient paperback format for writing and photocopying pages. • Space for mounting photographs. • Maps to mark your family's migration routes. • Tips for researching your family history. • A comprehensive list of additional resources. Use Family Tree Memory Keeper to log your genealogy research. Bring it to family get-togethers to gather and share information. Create an invaluable record of your ancestry for future generations.

An easy to use workbook for the starting family historian and genealogist. It contains suggestions for questions to ask, places to research, provides space to record your data.

As you work your way through researching your family tree, Our Family Ancestry Tracker Genealogy Workbook provides several sections dedicated to up to twenty-seven (27) ancestors to document your findings and to keep track of where you gathered the information. There is also ample space for note keeping. The front of the book also provides family tree worksheets to track the branches of your family's heritage. Last, but not least, the back of the book lists several handy websites to reference as you embark on your genealogy research. The workbook includes: Family tree worksheets Over 100 pages with space for documenting research for 27 ancestors from your family tree Pages for notes A section to record an overview of your family story. Tell the narrative of your family from past to present Ancestor page breakdown, each with space for listing their birth date, place of birth, date of their death, their parents, marriages, siblings, children, their own life timeline (did your Great Uncle Edgar invent a unique contraption in between marrying your Great Aunt Mildred and building a 2 story log cabin that is still in the family trust to this day? List it on the ancestor timeline page!) A website reference list to refer to as you work your way through your family history Our Family Ancestry Tracker Genealogy Workbook makes a wonderful gift for the family history researchers in your family.

Perfect Genealogy Gift For Family History Buff & Genealogists; My Heritage ... Tree Of Life To Do List Ancestry Workbook family journal,100 Pages, 6" x 9", Soft cover, Glossy finish this 100-page journal features: -To Do List White Paper.-6" x 9"-Glossy soft cover. Perfect for writing down all your notes, ideas, homework, classwork.professional look and feel for gift idea for Christmas, Valentine's Day, Birthday for Women and Men, colleagues, family, kids.

Perfect Genealogy Gift For Family History Buff & Genealogists; My Heritage ... Tree Of Life To Do List Ancestry Workbook family journal,100 Pages, 6" x 9", Soft cover, Glossy finish this 100-page journal features: -To Do List White Paper.-6" x 9"-Glossy soft cover. Perfect for writing down all your notes, ideas, homework, classwork.professional look and feel for gift idea for Christmas, Valentine's Day, Birthday for Women and Men, colleagues, family, kids.

Family Ancestry Tracker and Genealogy Workbook - Makes a Great Family Historian Gift - 8.5x11 - 90 Pages Create a detailed family history and a lasting legacy with this ancestry tracker and genealogy workbook. Use this family tree journal to document your ancestry searches, genealogy data and family traditions. Follow the threads of history with this genealogy tracker that provides ample space to record your family's heritage and history. Details: Family Tree Worksheet Timeline of Life Events - A narrative of your family history from past to present. Ancestor Worksheet and Genealogy Checklists - Four guided pages per ancestor to collect pertinent data on parents, marriages, siblings, children and to note sources and add photos and copies of supporting documentation. 8 inches wide by 10 inches high 90 attractive and thoughtfully prepared guided pages Original cover graphics and glossy softcover Kanig designs offers a variety of attractive and useful notebooks, journals puzzle books and workbooks to make life easier and more fun. Please check out our other listing by clicking on the "Author Name" link just below the title of this family tree workbook.