Genealogy Research & Historian
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s we use the directional GPS in getting to unknown and tricky destinations, we can also learn to use the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS) to help us to get to unknown and tricky places in our research. This presentation has a fun and understandable approach to a researched story with a learning curve. Becoming comfortable with the GPS has never been easier.
Some among us have experienced great family trauma and bear the scars. Family history research contributes healing to the heart, soul, and sometimes families—but especially to the researcher. Please come and experience the hope and healing that has come to the speaker by researching her family lines. She will share family stories and healing principles that softened her heart and helped her heal.
Sometimes we 
must go all the way around before we can prove what is right in front of us. This is a presentation chock full of records and research with a resolution to a mystery that has been misunderstood for a century. Hold on for the ride as this presentation demonstrates use of the “long way round” research strategies while offering hope for those with direct brick walls.
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ealogy trips can be “the bomb”—or they can bomb. An unsuccessful trip can most often be prevented by following the steps, cautions, and counsel in this presentation. A fun and lively presentation with stories of personal disasters and serendipity, this is a great way to get ready for that first (or many) genealogy research trip.
Cemetery research will never be the same because of the wealth of information on Find A Grave. The benefits and rewards of this information, however, may not outweigh the drawbacks and pitfalls found there. This presentation will evaluate the information for accuracy found on Find A Grave while telling stories concerning the spotlighted individuals.
