Oral Histories

As Mr. Frank shared, "we are cut off from our history." And such continues to be perpetuated simply by the course of life and death.

Once we have put onto paper a bit about ourselves, the next step is to begin reaching out to family and friends to tell us more....

I have reached some great genealogical heights lately by pulling out the phone book (well, really the white pages on line) and calling down the lists of names. While a bit tedious, these random conversations have put me in touch with the communities where my ancestors thrived.

The oral histories fulfill a goal which is 3 fold:

1. Names and Dates for filling in your pedigree chart/family group record or relationships chart.
   
2. Simple details and colorful stories which help to round the picture out about what their life was like.
3. Make the connection, and let others know that you honor them.