Journey Through the Generations
Uncover Your Roots: Exploring Ancestry & Family History
It's hard to believe that January is almost over. And that means that we are getting closer to RootsTech 2023. If you have followed my blog for anytime, then you know that this will be my 5th year attending RootsTech (2 in person and 2 virtual). This year's conference theme is Uniting: uniting families, communities,... Continue Reading →
I'm excited to announce that I have been chosen as a RootsTech 2022 Influencer (formally known as Ambassador). This will be my third year as an Influencer and my fourth RootsTech conference. RootsTech is undoubtedly the largest genealogy conference in the world. It is usually held in Salt Lake City, Utah the last week of... Continue Reading →
The James family (my Dad's sister and her family) - Photo courtesy of my Aunt Ann James
I got the opportunity to be interviewed by Lisa Louise Cooke of Genealogy Gems at RootsTech 2019
My son, Wesley, graduates this weekend.
RootsTech Connect has officially started. This is a virtual and FREE conference. Registration is required. Your registration gives you access to hundreds of genealogy sessions, keynote speakers, and a virtual expo hall. You will also have access to sessions and keynote speakers on demand through the end of the year to watch at your convenience... Continue Reading →
My grandfather (standing on the right) with his siblings
Me and my Dad, Wayman A.Mays
RootsTech 2021 is going to look very different from past conferences, and conference dates have changed to February 25-27, 2021. Family Search announced that RootsTech 2021 will be a FREE virtual online event. That's right you read that right, I said FREE (registration is still required). Family Search International CEO, Steve Rockwood said "this pandemic... Continue Reading →
We are officially two weeks from RootsTech 2020 - The Story of You, and registration is still open. Now is the time to start deciding what to pack, what sessions you want to attend, expo hall must-see, what to research at the Family History Library, review all the new additions to the 10-year celebration, and... Continue Reading →
As most of you may know, Phillip and I are RootsTech Ambassadors for the 10th Annual Roots Tech conference in February 2020. RootsTech will be celebrating their 10 year anniversary with the theme of "The Story of You." We are excited to be able to give away a 4-day pass (valued at $299) to... Continue Reading →