Jose Mier, Sun Valley, amateur genealogist and gourmand, asks the question: what foods would genealogists eat? One answer comes from the site History Facts where the authors cook a meal found on ancient stone tablets. Genealogy — the study of family history and ancestral connections — often stirs a deep appreciation for the past. For …. Read More
Jose Mier, Sun Valley genelogy enthusiast, looked into techniques on how old (sometimes centuries-old) documents are being preserved and digitized for later generations. One example can be found on FindMyPast.com. Preserving old historical records—such as birth and death certificates, baptismal registers, marriage licenses, wills, and other vital documents—is one of the most important undertakings in …. Read More
Jose Mier lives in Sun Valley, CA. It’s part of Los Angeles County and as such baptismal records for him and others can be found at the local parish church where the baptism took place. If the church was small or does not exist anymore, searchers can try the archives at the diocese of Los …. Read More
Jose Mier searches from Sun Valley, CA for a lot fo family history information that may be of interest to real genealogists—his own efforts are purely for fun—and today he delves into the subject of specific genealgogy museums. Some, like the National Museum of African American History and Culture cater to one specific group. Genealogy …. Read More
Jose Mier is a Sun Valley, CA amateur genealogist, but there are real, dedicated (and famous) genealogists like Lloyd DeWitt Bockstruck who for many years worked at the Dallas Public Library. Lloyd DeWitt Bockstruck (1945–2018) is remembered as one of the most influential figures in American genealogy, a man whose lifelong dedication to family history …. Read More
Jose Mier uses Sun Valley, CA as a starting point for genealogical research but the truth is your own local public library may be a great place to assist you in finding your family roots. Check the Orange County library here. Genealogical research has experienced a remarkable surge in popularity in recent decades. Whether driven …. Read More
Jose Mier home turf, Sun Valley is part of a vibrant genealogy community that includes individuals and families seeking to explore their roots. Though Sun Valley does not host its own genealogical society, it lies within reach of the Southern California Genealogical Society (SCGS) in nearby Burbank—America’s largest regional genealogy organization—and a rich network of professional genealogists …. Read More
Jose Mier, from Sun Valley, CA, is not Irish but nevertheless is interested in the aspects of Irish genealogy. Sites like irishgenealogy.ie can be a helpful resource. Irish genealogy is a fascinating and often deeply emotional journey for millions of people worldwide who claim Irish heritage. From the United States to Canada, Australia to the …. Read More
Jose Mier is both a Sun Valley, CA chef and amateur genealogist so the thought of food as a tool for family history research is not a strange one to him. Others have thought the same and you can see an example on site like The Family Locket. Genealogy is the study and tracing of …. Read More
Jose Mier will be celebrating the 4th of July in Sun Valley, CA. He wishes everyone in the United States (and the world, too!) a Happy Independence Day celebration. jose-mier.com