Elyse's Genealogy Blog

Have I mentioned that I love reading the blogs of other genealogists because sometimes – a new perspective can give you the jumpstart you need to get your genealogy in order. I just read a great article over on the 24/7 Family History Circle blog that was written by Juliana Smith.  The article is about [...]

As part of the Carnival of Genealogy – I am going to give you a tour of Christmas in my house as a child. So here is a tour of Christmas in my house – when I was 5 and younger. Christmas just isn’t Christmas without a Christmas tree! Every year we put up a [...]

When I was 8 years old, I received my very first Harry Potter book. It was a Christmas gift from my best friend, Erin, who was already having the books read to her by her mom. I stared at the book for a moment, before tossing it aside and moving on to other toys. Little [...]

Hello everyone – I just wanted to write a quick note saying “Happy Thanksgiving”. I hope all is going well with everyone and everyon ehas a safe holiday! Also – remember to take some pictures and tell stories to everyone. Those sort of memories were always my favorites and I learned so much about my [...]

Aright so another game of tag is going around. So here are the basic rules:1.) You must write a blog that lists 8 random facts/traits about yourself2.) You must tag 8 other people to do the same3.) Tell everyone you tagged who you tagged. So…the 8 random facts/traits about me…. 1.) I still live at [...]

As part of the 7th Edition Smile For The Camerica, I have posted a great baby face picture. This picture of my mom is just so adorable. It was taken in 1960 – and is one of my absolute favorites of my mom. I really think it shows how much we look alike.

First off…I would just like to say a huge “Sorry” for not posting very often very often lately. I have just been so busy with midterms and finals are right around the corner….but don’t worry. Only a couple more weeks until freedom (and loooooong nights of genealogy). Honestly, I can’t wait because I think I’m [...]

Yesterday was a day that made history. A black man has been elected president and I am honored that I was able to be part of that political process. Whatever way you voted, sit back today and reflect on how far our country has come. Reflect on the change that our country is about to [...]

I nearly forgot to tell you all whether my scary ghost story was real or not! But…not to fear, I may be telling you the truth a little late – but I am still telling you. For those of you who have no idea what I am talking about…well I wrote a scary ghost story [...]