I apologize for my absence over the last few weeks. My father, Gene Adams, who was just three weeks shy of his 92nd birthday, passed away on 20 August 20 2022. I am still in Walla Walla, Washington, handling arrangements. The memorial service will be held on 1 September 2022 (we waited until my brother could get here from Australia).
I can think of no better way to honor him than by focusing on researching his family in September. It will be a great way for me to get back into the swing of genealogy research, after work- and family-related interruptions. And it will keep him present in my life on a daily basis (not that he wouldn’t be otherwise).
So I’m committing to doing 30 minutes of genealogy research a day for 30 days. I probably won’t start until September 3, because I’ll be flying back to St. Louis on the September 2. Would you like to join me? If so, please comment below. I find these challenges to be a great way to keep me focused on my research.
Janine, I am so sorry for your loss. Genealogy is a fabulous way to be extra close to your dad! I will join you in the challenge in his honor.
Thanks so much, Roberta!
Focusing on research a bit each day might be good for your soul while you are grieving, and I hope it will be. But go easy on yourself for a while.
Thanks, Marian. I promise I will cut myself lots of slack. Right now, this feels like something I want to do, not have to do.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
I’ll join you in the September challenge.
Thanks so much. So glad you’ve joined the challenge!
You have my deepest sympathy, Janine.
My dad left us two years ago and his funeral was also on September 1st. Special memories of him continue to trickle in at the most unexpected times, as I’m sure you will experience as well. Blessings to you and your family.
I would love to join you in the challenge. My research has been so sporadic. It will be good to focus on a 30 minute/30 day (or more) challenge. Thanks for the nudge!
So glad you’ve joined the challenge, Pat. I hope it’s been helpful so far!
Oh so sorry for your loss. Will be glad to join the group. And even though I just read your blog, I have been researching my fathers family the past few days!
That’s excellent, Janey! I hope your 30 x 30 month goes well!