For the sake of genealogy research I am very fortunate that many of my paternal lines after the mid-1800s resided in Lenawee County, Michigan, the county adjacent to where I live. Logistically, I am easily able to visit the local libraries, historical museums, and cemeteries to gather information and build family stories. Where it gets… Continue reading
In order to compile a more complete picture of family history for my sons, I’ve also done extensive research on my husband’s lineage. For a long time, David Clinton Rogers, my husband’s maternal grandfather, was another frustrating brick wall on my tree. I could easily find my husband’s grandmother in records, but David seemed to… Continue reading
Maynard Family History Part II I researched my paternal Maynard line for years before, with the assistance of another new-found distant cousin, Robert H. Waters of Sussex, England, we finally broke down the brick wall for John Edwards Maynard, my 4X great grandfather (Robert’s 3X great grand uncle). The incredible story that we unearthed about… Continue reading
Tiny Acorns & Mighty Oaks 