Purpose

Ever since I was in seventh grade, I have marveled at the idea of researching my own family.  My grandmother's second husband, Clint, was in charge of verifying ancestry connections for people people interested in becoming a member of the SAR (Sons of the American Revolution).  In particular, I can remember one summer in which Clint and Grams were staying with us, that we would stop by the Church of Latter-day Saints almost weekly after swim practice, so that Clint could search for the gem, or the link, that he was looking for to verify a person's membership. 


With more and more resources at our fingertips available , I wish Clint were still alive to share in the weekly stories I encounter while continuing to research my family's past. 


Please check back frequently, and feel free to share your experiences with me, as you too search for your ANCESTRY GEMS!