by Lisa Cooke | Jun 18, 2018 | 01 What's New, Forensic Genealogy, Volunteer
Ten years ago, Unclaimed Persons launched as a volunteer effort within the genealogical community to help coroners reunite unclaimed bodies with their families. Here’s what Unclaimed Persons has accomplished over the past decade–and how you can join the...
by Lisa Cooke | Jul 4, 2018 | 01 What's New, Holidays |
Which of your family do you think of when you celebrate your nation’s birthday? A patriot who fought for freedom? Immigrant ancestors who came to these shores? Your current generation, as it seeks its unique American dream? Or your youngest and the yet-unborn,...
by Lisa Cooke | Jul 23, 2018 | 01 What's New, Inspiration
Happy lazy days of summer. Have a wonderful week! -Lisa About the Author: Lisa Louise Cooke Lisa is the Producer and Host of the Genealogy Gems Podcast, an online genealogy audio show and app. She is the author of the books The Genealogist’s Google Toolbox, Mobile...
by Lisa Cooke | Jul 30, 2018 | 01 What's New, Kids, Memory Lane |
He was the “new good-looking” Ken that would <swoon> talk to you, and in 1970 I was listening! What did your Ken say to you? We’ve all got stories to tell. This summer “say many different things” about your family history to your...
by Lisa Cooke | Aug 6, 2018 | 01 What's New
Join me for a peek inside this speaker’s life. Last week I was in Provo, Utah for the BYU Conference on Family History & Genealogy, with production assistant (and awesome daughter!) Hannah by my side. It was a full week of teaching (6 sessions),...