9 things NOT to say to your grandchildren
Posted on June 1, 2016 by bob in DiscoverYou, Features
Despite our best intentions, many of the pat responses and pieces of advice adults have been giving children through the generations are either dismissive, patronizing, or just plain critical. “It’s a natural reaction to make comments that you always made to your children and that your parents made to you — they get embedded in […]
DNA and Family Genealogy
Posted on June 1, 2016 by bob in Discover Your Past, DiscoverYou, Features
Have a family genealogy puzzle? DNA tests might help solve it.
History Mystery: Who ARE these people?
Posted on March 1, 2016 by bob in ALHistory, Discover Your Past, DiscoverYou
You can help the Alabama Department of Archives and History and Prime magazine identify unknown people in photos from three Montgomery-area photographers who worked in the 1950s, 60s and 70s. Our successful first year in 2015 prompted us to renew the History Mystery series this year. Your assistance is critical in determining who these mystery […]
History Mystery: Who ARE these people?
Posted on January 30, 2016 by bob in DiscoverYou
We’re starting our second year of History Mystery teaming up with the Alabama Department of Archives and History to identify unknown individuals in Archive collections. Last year we were able to identify many of the people in historical photos taken by three area photographers. Your assistance is critical in determining who these mystery people are. […]
Start Your Own Business!
Posted on June 30, 2014 by bob in DiscoverYou
“The highest rate of self-employment are those 65 and older.” – U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics “Entrepreneurs between 55 and 64 years old saw the largest growth of any age group over the last 18 years.” – The Kauffman Foundation, April, 2014 Are you ready to start your own business? Do you have a […]
On-Line Genealogy Resources
Posted on February 28, 2011 by bob in DiscoverYou
On-line resources for finding your ancestors.
African American Genealogy
Posted on January 30, 2011 by bob in Discover Your Past, DiscoverYou
Researching your African-American roots presents challenges.
Genealogy Tips from the Experts
Posted on October 31, 2010 by bob in DiscoverYou
Find Your Native American Ancestors
Land Records Can Lead You Home
Posted on September 28, 2010 by bob in DiscoverYou
Where’s your land?
Was Your Ancestor a Veteran?
Posted on September 2, 2010 by bob in DiscoverYou
If your relative is a veteran, their information may be available on-line.
