by Brandy Heineman | Apr 9, 2013 | Blog, Jesus
Sometimes I think about how ordinary, common things tell secrets about big, invisible things. For example: I have three different unrelated “Smith” lines in my family tree. And if I’m honest, I butt heads with my Smiths a little (a.k.a., a lot)...
by Brandy Heineman | Mar 26, 2013 | Blog, Family History
A repost from my old blog. Originally published on 8/26/09 as “How I Got Lost In Pennsylvania and Found My Grandparents,” presented in a slightly edited format now … Enjoy! A while back, I was so fortunate to have the opportunity to visit the Potter...
by Brandy Heineman | Mar 19, 2013 | Blog, Family History
FamilySearch.org added the New York State 1855 Census on February 1st. When I saw the wealth of information inside, I went on a marathon dig for every ancestor living in the area at the time. Yes, it’s really that good. Even if you don’t think you have any...
by Brandy Heineman | Mar 12, 2013 | Blog, Jesus
Have you ever considered the relationship between authority and creativity? No? Neither had I. And it’s funny that we weren’t even talking about creativity at church that day. The text was 1 Peter 2:13-17; the topic, submitting to authority. My ears perked...
by Brandy Heineman | Mar 5, 2013 | Blog, Family History
An elderly parent who lives with an ancestor’s family is genealogical gold. Even better if it’s the woman’s side of the family and you’re able to score her maiden name! New lines! New mysteries! That is, if you’re sure that elderly person...
by Brandy Heineman | Feb 26, 2013 | Blog, Family History
Surprise! The Ancestry subscription cost isn’t the only–or even the main–factor. The decision to let my Ancestry subscription go just kills me. I’ve been a happy customer for years, and I don’t have one complaint. Still, I have my reasons, and it’s...
