Carol, I love your column and postings. I recently read about Angela and Living History Solutions. I do not use Linked-In. Is there another way I can reach her? My grand parents were born in the Azores before moving to America in the early 1900s.
Quite an entertaining telling. I’m eager to hear some more of the things you’ve discovered.
One way DNA can lead you astray is, for example, the big ancestry DNA services/sites usually don’t distinguish between Spanish and Portuguese ancestry. I always thought we were part Spanish due to recent ancestry and DNA, but actually discovered we were more Portuguese. A professional researcher could have probably uncovered that a lot more quickly—took me years! It was fun though.
I actually have not done a DNA test on any of the ancestry sites. Angela was able to find information about my heritage through the information I provided her and she has uncovered a lot. I do have a Spanish great-great-grandfather! But the majority of ancestry is Portuguese. There's still so much more to discover. I will keep my readers posted. -CW
This person is a real “find!” I hope you are able to learn more about your roots. Your story fascinates me! Best wishes for every success with your search! I am eager to learn more! Thank you for sharing!
Carol, I love your column and postings. I recently read about Angela and Living History Solutions. I do not use Linked-In. Is there another way I can reach her? My grand parents were born in the Azores before moving to America in the early 1900s.
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Hello Donna,
Thanks for your comment. I can make the connection for you. Contact me at Carol@ourportugaljourney.com and I will provide you with Angela's info. -CW
Quite an entertaining telling. I’m eager to hear some more of the things you’ve discovered.
One way DNA can lead you astray is, for example, the big ancestry DNA services/sites usually don’t distinguish between Spanish and Portuguese ancestry. I always thought we were part Spanish due to recent ancestry and DNA, but actually discovered we were more Portuguese. A professional researcher could have probably uncovered that a lot more quickly—took me years! It was fun though.
Thanks for your comment, Joshua.
I actually have not done a DNA test on any of the ancestry sites. Angela was able to find information about my heritage through the information I provided her and she has uncovered a lot. I do have a Spanish great-great-grandfather! But the majority of ancestry is Portuguese. There's still so much more to discover. I will keep my readers posted. -CW
We are headed to Ponte Delgado next week...can’t wait.
Have fun!
Carol, I thoroughly enjoyed your story. Good luck as this continues. Angela was such an amazing find.
Powerful! I am fascinated by ancestral research and will follow this closely! Thanks for sharing your journey.
This person is a real “find!” I hope you are able to learn more about your roots. Your story fascinates me! Best wishes for every success with your search! I am eager to learn more! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks for your comment, Barb. Yes, Angela is a great find as well as a lovely person. I'm grateful that we connected! -CW