In all of us there is a hunger, marrow deep, to know our heritage – to know who we are and where we came from. Without this enriching knowledge, there is a hollow yearning. No matter what our attainments in life, there is still a vacuum, an emptiness, and the most disquieting loneliness.” — Alex Haley, Roots
Never forget your history, for it paves the way to your future. When I began my research to gather more information about my genealogy tree, I realized there remain many untold stories and mysteries that are buried in time. Why the secrets? Why the lack of discussions? I wished I thought about asking those questions many years before I asked them, especially when so many family members were alive. I guess you don’t think about such an inquiry when you’re young. You simply think about living your…
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