

A Season of Restoration: Faith, Family, and Finding Connection
Easter is a season of reflection. It is a time that reminds us of hope, renewal, and restoration through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It speaks to the promise that even in uncertainty, there is meaning, and even in what feels lost, there is the possibility of being found. In many ways, this mirrors the journey of those searching for answers about their family. The Deep Desire to Know Where You Come From For many individuals, taking a DNA test begins with curiosity. But o


Reflections from RootsTech 2026: Continuing the Journey of Family Discovery
Last week I stepped away from posting for a few days because I was attending the annual genealogy conference RootsTech 2026 —virtually this year. Even from home, the experience was inspiring. RootsTech brings together thousands of genealogists, historians, and family researchers from around the world to share ideas, research strategies, and new tools that help us better understand our family stories. The sessions I attended covered everything from traditional research methods


You Don’t Have to Navigate DNA Results Alone
You took the DNA test. You opened the results. And now you’re not quite sure what they mean. Maybe there’s an unexpected match. Maybe you’re searching for a biological parent. Maybe the centimorgan numbers feel significant — but confusing. If you feel overwhelmed, you are not alone. DNA testing provides powerful data, but it does not automatically provide answers. A shared DNA amount can represent multiple possible relationships depending on age, generational placement, and


