Putting Faces with Your Names

One of the most exciting parts of genealogy is to be able to match faces in old photographs to the names in your family tree. The trick to making this happen is to find and restore the old photos. It is important to handle all of the material carefully so that you won’t damage them further. The real trick to matching the faces to the names is finding the photographs. You can begin looking in old family albums, attics, hope chests and other places that may have photographs. A great place to start is by asking your relatives if they … Continue reading

Why I’m Thankful for my Camera

In the spirit of Thanksgiving I thought it would be appropriate to give thanks for an item that has helped bring so much joy to my life this year—my camera. I’ve dedicated entire blogs extolling the wonders of my favorite handheld high tech friend, but as dinner nears and I prime my photography equipment to capture my loved ones chowing down on turkey and pumpkin pie I am taking a moment to reflect on the wondrous gifts this single item has provided me. If it were not for my camera my parents would have no means to view their beloved … Continue reading