Category Archives: Miscellaneous

Who do you think you are?

Posted on January 29, 2011 by

The popular genealogy series “Who Do You Think You Are?” returns to NBC in February, putting family history once again in the public spotlight. Eight celebrities will explore their past this season, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Tim McGraw and Rosie O’Donnell. … Continue reading →

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Bake a batch of Christmas memories.

Posted on December 14, 2010 by

Every family has its traditions. This holiday season, add a little flavor to your family’s story– think about creating a family cookbook with favorites from the past. Those recipes will add another dimension of understanding of your ancestors’ lives and … Continue reading →

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The Two Most Beautiful Words in the English Language

Posted on August 29, 2010 by

   “Summer afternoon – summer afternoon… the two most beautiful words in the English language.”  What could be more fitting than these words of Henry James to describe a late-summer day in Iowa? Nothing compares to this time of year … Continue reading →

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Discover your past … Discover yourself

Posted on June 23, 2010 by

Welcome to the Prairie Roots Genealogy blog, a companion to the Prairie Roots Research website. This blog chronicles a journey of discovery, exploring the history of Iowa’s people and places. Join me in this adventure; together we’ll explore Iowa’s nooks & crannies, … Continue reading →

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