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How Would You Do This Family Tree?

Sometimes there are things that can completely surprise and befuddle even the most seasoned of genealogists. Suppose for a minute that you are a professional genealogist and a man calls or emails you asking you to help him create a family tree chart for his family. “No problem”, you say, you have created family trees for many clients and while each is unique you are always able to figure out who goes where on the branches of the tree. Then, the man tells you something that turns your world upside down. He mentions that his name is Ziona Chana and … Continue reading →

SayEducate Blog Picks Top Five Car Insurance Companies

Let’s face it, people like to complain about their car insurance. Most states require all drivers to purchase car insurance, and no one likes being told that they have to spend money on something, (even if it is something they need). No matter what you are paying on your car insurance premiums, you probably think it’s too expensive. If so, you might be looking around for a new insurance company. The blog at SayEducate has a list of the top five car insurance companies. You may want to give one of them a try. The price of your auto insurance … Continue reading →

Genetics, Schizophrenia, and Your Family Tree

Schizophrenia is a mental illness that has been mentioned quite a bit in the news lately, in the wake of the violence that recently took place in Arizona. While there is much that still needs to be discovered about the genetics behind schizophrenia, there are some things that are known. This is a mental illness that can, potentially, run in families. Genealogists who are making medical family trees should make note of any ancestors who suffered from schizophrenia. There are several symptoms that are connected with schizophrenia. Physical symptoms may include: a blank facial expression, involuntary movements of the face, … Continue reading →

The Factor Tree

Kids love to do work on the computer. Somehow even the hardest subject digests easier if a keyboard and a mouse are involved. Parents also seem to love the convenience of having their student work online. No paper work, progress reports are automatic and normally there are no tears involved. One such online program is The Factor Tree. The Factor Tree is an online math supplemental program for children in grades Kindergarten through sixth grade. This online program is not intended to replace a math curriculum but enhance your current curriculum. Let’s be honest, if we need to supplement the … Continue reading →

A Family Tree is More Than a List of Names

A family tree can be a photo of a tree with names printed inside. I believe we’ve all seen those. I once tore one out of a magazine to fill out and keep in my book. The book I am referring to, however, is what I also call my “family tree.” I purchased the book to record information about my ancestors. I call it my “family tree,” but it is actually so much more. It contains names, dates and facts about family members, who lived before me. It also gives details about who my family members were, what they believed … Continue reading →

“Nightmare on My Street”

I’ve written recently about my daughter Regina’s transition to kindergarten and about some extra issues that can come up for adopted children as they enter school. Now there’s a new wrinkle: Regina seems much happier at school and has mostly stopped having toileting troubles and long tantrums. However, now Meg is waking up every night with nightmares. Sometimes she is literally shaking when she wakes up. For her it has been Halloween every night for the past two weeks, it seems. She tries to snuggle into bed with us. One night I said I really wanted her to stay in … Continue reading →

The Pets Blog Week in Review for February 18-24

What sort of things made Aimee and I stop and say, “Hmmm…” last week? It’s all detailed below in your handy Week in Review. Monday, February 18 In honor of President’s Day, I shopped around for patriotic paraphernalia for pets. I don’t always agree with Andy Rooney of 60 Minutes fame, but what he had to say about Westminster struck a sympathetic chord. It may seem like your pets are fighting like cats and dogs, but Aimee explained it has a lot more to do with their predatory instincts. Tuesday, February 19 I interviewed author Maris Soule about her passion … Continue reading →

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (1971)and(2005)

The classic story of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” comes from the children’s book written by Roald Dahl in 1964, and has since been made into two major motion pictures, the first in 1971 and starring Gene Wilder (rated G)and the second in 2005 and starring Johnny Depp (rated PG). The story is, of course, the same in both movies. Charlie Bucket is a very poor boy who lives in a broken down shack with both sets of grandparents and his mother. (In the Depp film, he has a father as well.) Willy Wonka, famous candy maker, has a factory … Continue reading →

Ask a Baby Blogger: How Young Is Too Young for Discipline?

The question: My husband feels that we can begin disciplining our 1 year old child by giving him time outs and spanking him. I think he’s too young. What is your opinion on how young a child can be disciplined? I don’t think there is a magical age at which a child can be disciplined in terms of time outs or other tools that you may use. I think it depends on the child, the infraction and what exactly ‘discipline’ means in your household. I also want to point out that there is a big difference developmentally between a 13 … Continue reading →

Me & My Tree

This year I made a strange request for my birthday. Well, it was a strange request for me. I asked my friends and family to throw in together and buy me a tree in lieu of other types of presents. They all gave me a rather odd look as I made my request. You see, if you’ve read some of my other blogs, you’ll know that I’m not the best gardener on the planet. However, I knew exactly what kind of tree I wanted. Five days after my birthday, my tree arrived. It was close to seven and half feet … Continue reading →