Author Archives: Janet Hartje

Week 38 New to Me

“Sometimes when a person buys a used car, they say that it isn’t new, but it’s “new to me.” Do you have something like that? What about a “new” favorite resource to use? Or even a “new” ancestor! Feel free to post your links and stories in the comments.” this weeks prompt from Amy JohnsonContinue reading “Week 38 New to Me”

Week 37 High and Low

“Life is rarely a straight line; there are highs and lows. Is there an ancestor who experienced both? You could also take a more literal interpretation of mountains and valleys, or even tall and short. Feel free to share your links and stories in the comments.” Prompt for the week from Amy Johnson Crow MyContinue reading “Week 37 High and Low”

Week 36 Exploration

“Where did your ancestors explore? Who moved around a lot? You could also share records, libraries, or archives that you’ve explored in. Remember, there’s no wrong way to interpret the theme! Feel free to post your links and stories in the comments.” My grand Aunt Mary and her husband Orson were a very adventurous couple.Continue reading “Week 36 Exploration”

Week 33 Service

He’ll never forget that war is the dirtiest and most horrible business a man can engage in.

Week 29 Fun Facts

The theme for week 29 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks is Fun Fact. I have a small box of letters and cards I have been wanting to scan into the computer. These were saved by my parents and are really fun to read. Some of the cards have letters included that give information aboutContinue reading “Week 29 Fun Facts”