I understand that not everyone has the passion for genealogy that I do. I am also aware that researching is hard work. To be a genealogist means having patience. More patience than most people hold. With that, I have found my niche.
My enjoyment from genealogy comes from solving a mystery. We all have questions about our family that we don’t know the answer to, right? My family has long had a story that my great-grandfather’s last name is not what it should be…and maybe the mother was pregnant (before marriage) and the father was not in the picture. I’m not sure I’ll ever have all the answers, but I can try real hard to get as close to the truth as possible.
That’s the thing with genealogy, sometimes you have to accept that you might not get to the bottom of the mystery – but it may get you close enough to make your own assumptions. I’ve learned that sometimes even an assumption can lead you in the right direction.
The excitement in research comes when there is a discovery that was unexpected, or hard to come by. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve run across a document that has instantly solved a mystery – or at least answered a question. Now THAT is exciting! Ok, maybe I’m a nerd, but I absolutely love researching. The fulfillment and excitement that comes with sharing findings with clients is what I live for.
Unfortunately, the majority of the world is not interested in genealogy. I have made it my mission to get people interested in their family histories, because family history makes us who we are today.
So, what are you waiting for!? Start researching your family tree today! Or better yet….ask me for a free quote and I’ll do all the work for you 
Hi Rebecca!
I just came across your blog and thought I’d leave a comment. I’m from Perth, Western Australia and like you, love researching my family history.
After reading the above post I found myself nodding my head in agreement. I have a similar situation on my Great Grandmother’s side of the tree. Her mother wasn’t married when she was born and her father on all records was listed as unknown. After much frustration I’ve come to accept that the mystery of her father may in fact never be solved.
Anyway, great work on the blog! I look forward to reading some more.