tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-927510992143247693.post140687854053843245..comments2023-10-31T12:12:35.050-05:00Comments on The Last Leaf On This Branch: Thankful Thursday - Why Are YOU A Family Historian/Genealogist?Laura Cosgrove Lorenzanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02794581991087280753noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-927510992143247693.post-90790607782822675842014-01-14T07:18:15.814-06:002014-01-14T07:18:15.814-06:00Tara, thank you so much for your comment...for sha...Tara, thank you so much for your comment...for sharing your experience! I do know what you mean about the research keeping you feeling productive; when I feel 'lazy' I just head over to once of my genea-sites and start to work. I'm very happy that you enjoyed my post and hope that you'll keep reading. :-) Laura Cosgrove Lorenzanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02794581991087280753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-927510992143247693.post-54910119119070665312014-01-12T06:13:07.249-06:002014-01-12T06:13:07.249-06:00Hi Laura,
I started to research my family tree wi...Hi Laura,<br /><br />I started to research my family tree with my sister about 13 years ago. There was a time period where I had to put it on the back burner after I moved overseas, moved back to the states and then returned overseas. I get very homesick and miss my family, especially my parents who are deceased. I have contact with a few immediately family members and I am closer to my mother's side of the family than my father's. It was his great-grandfather's picture which hanged on my grandmother's living wall that sparked the genealogy bug. The last four years, I have been doing research non-stop. It makes me feel productive and curbs some of the homesickness. I had expectations that it would bridge the gap between me and my extended family and prompt healing. Except for a few immediate family members mostly on my mom's side, it seems I have more success with distant cousins who are interested in genealogy and willing to share family history with me. When disappointed at the lack of other family participation, I remind myself that I am doing this for myself, my son and my descendants. Plus, I can draw on the knowledge and support of the genealogy community. These are some of the most kindest and generous people I have come across who are unselfish and eager to provide assistance in all areas. Like you! I thank you and them for all that you do.TRGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00804679664231016434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-927510992143247693.post-74140963468642288292014-01-03T05:48:31.858-06:002014-01-03T05:48:31.858-06:00Thanks for your insights, Terri. Thanks for your insights, Terri. Laura Cosgrove Lorenzanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02794581991087280753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-927510992143247693.post-33460170617161471952014-01-02T20:01:33.219-06:002014-01-02T20:01:33.219-06:00Laura,
I think time can heal everything, both pe...Laura, <br /><br />I think time can heal everything, both personal and professional. <br /><br />I too have cut off a large portion of my family and spend most of my time with the hubby's family. I am thankful everyday for them. I know without them, I would not have the large family events for all of the holidays. <br /><br />As for friendships in the community, I know that things happen and we can learn from all of it. I recently learned that just reaching out and saying the simple, "I'm sorry" goes a long way. I thought I had completely ruined an important relationship I had and after many months, I was able to take a few minutes to say those two words and move things forward. There are many in the community who are loving, helpful and willing to be there for you. Then there are others...<br /><br />I hope that things change for the positive and hope your Mom is doing better. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com