Recent Blogs

  • Unveiling the Faces of the Past: A Journey Through Unknown Family Photos

    Unveiling the Faces of the Past: A Journey Through Unknown Family Photos

    As a passionate genealogist, my most cherished moments involve stumbling upon captivating photographs. The ability to attach a face to a name creates an emotional connection that transcends mere data points and transforms a name into a living, breathing individual. Tragically, the corridors of time often witness the abandonment of countless ancestral portraits. Anonymous figures Read more

  • The Heroic Preservationist: Keeping Ancestral Stories Alive Through Keepsakes

    The Heroic Preservationist: Keeping Ancestral Stories Alive Through Keepsakes

    As a passionate family historian, I am no stranger to inheriting a plethora of heirlooms and knickknacks. While I proudly consider myself a heroic preservationist, my husband often teasingly labels me a hoarder. But to me, these items are not mere clutter; they are tangible connections to our ancestors, each one bearing a unique story. Read more

  • Exploring Revolutionary Roots: A Tale of My Two 6th Great Grandfathers

    Exploring Revolutionary Roots: A Tale of My Two 6th Great Grandfathers

    As we prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, a day that commemorates the birth of the United States of America and the ideals it stands for, it is essential to recognize that our family trees encompass a wide array of stories. Within our lineage, we discover contrasting narratives that reflect the diversity of experiences Read more

  • Celebrating Father’s Day: Honoring Ancestral Strength and Cherishing the Present

    Celebrating Father’s Day: Honoring Ancestral Strength and Cherishing the Present

    As Father’s Day approaches, it’s a time to reflect on the remarkable individuals who came before us, shaping our lives and contributing to the tapestry of our family history. At Legacy Lane Genealogy, we believe that understanding our ancestry and acknowledging the strength of our predecessors can deepen our appreciation for the present and inspire Read more

  • The Bonds of Shared DNA: Sisters in Blood and Heart

    The Bonds of Shared DNA: Sisters in Blood and Heart

    Family is an extraordinary tapestry woven with various threads, some of which are bound by blood, while others are connected by the heart. Growing up with my sister and two girl cousins, who were not only our cousins but also our next-door neighbors, we formed a unique quad-sisterhood that resembled the cherished bond portrayed in Read more

  • A Journey of Connection: How My Great-Great-Great Grandma Ignited My Passion for Family History Research

    A Journey of Connection: How My Great-Great-Great Grandma Ignited My Passion for Family History Research

    For many of us, our family’s history is an enigmatic tapestry, waiting to be unraveled and explored. It only takes a single spark to ignite a lifelong passion for understanding our roots. In my case, that spark came in the form of a faded photograph of my great-great-grandmother, Lizzie Grabau. Little did I know that Read more