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The "Down-Low" on "What's Up"!!                                               2016 02 01
Finding Our Rhythm...                                                                  Published Monthly


Building A Plan!

With this years goals defined, building a plan to turn them into a reality is the next logical step.
Easier said than done. Designing a speedy method that serves all three main goals equally isn't easy.

The Family Tree, Census Files and Genealogy Lessons are all very important parts of the website.
Daily effort is made for each, along with other sections including page design and monthly editorials.

The Issues At Hand...
While both tree & census completion are desirable, their accuracy shouldn't suffer for want of speed.
It's imperative that a realistic workload be set up that progresses well, and its contents trustworthy.

A Family Tree Website is not a project to be taken lightly-Especially ours!!
It should have niether timeline or completion plans, as something can always be added.
There should however, be minimum level information that we strive to add to each individuals file.

Searching through censuses and adding them to the tree files takes time, but provides verification.
Hopefully, several census files from their lives can be found to attach to each members records.
For members earlier than censuses can be found for, other files might be available to attach.
As you know, there are many things that go into everyones file, and it takes time for each.

For an idea of the types of things that go into a file, see the Family Tree Demo.
Check The Family Tree Report and The Census Report for monthly updates!

It All Seems So Simple Now...
We just need to remember that this is not a race.
It's a quest. So let's go slow and enjoy the ride!


When you're ready to add the support to do your own verifying, purchase the census files on CD's.
Because verifying is the key to accuracy, and accuracy is what makes your tree valid.
Good luck, have fun and enjoy!


Genealogy 101-The Basics...

Whether novice, enthusiast or professional, we all need guidance and direction from time to time.
And that's what this section is about... Simple reminders about family tree and genealogy basics.

A New Article Each Month Helping Readers With Their Genealogy Studies.
Follow the genealogy lesson links above for all previous lessons.
This Months Lesson: What's In A Name-Who Are You?


The L-Pages...

L-Page characters are chosen in connection with the others being added to the family tree.
This way, we see how family relationships grew, and the roles they played within their families.
As a bonus, the family tree flow-chart grows monthly without having any gaps or "orphan pages".

This months subject: Louis Lizotte 1793-1877.
Follow along every month for new stories, and be sure to add the subjects to your tree!


The L-Games...

Youngsters too small for computers can still learn about their family history tree!
It's a fun way to learn about family information that might have otherwise slipped by.
Play online if you've already joined. If not, just print the PDF's for crayons & highlighters.

Monthly topics relating to learning genealogy and the family tree plus associated information.
There are word search and crosswords, with trivia and multiple choice quiz's coming soon!!



Newest Pages...

New page ideas are posted here whenever they're inserted.
Suggest a topic if you like!

"Projects" is a new page added to the Census CD's tab showing more ways to use the CD's!
In the future there will be pictures added to the descriptions for visualizing them as well!
For now, it's a way of helping you get more uses from the CD purchases you make!
Definitely worth a look!

"Searching" is another new page under the Census CD Tab/Section.
There seems to be a need for some initial instructions on how to use the CD's.
It explains the basic differences between a database search and a search for documents.
Worth the two minutes of reading so you understand!

"Research" is a complete section of its own, and presently has several exciting new pages emerging.
These topics are related to any family tree, and should be of use while researching your ancestry.
They are investigation spin-offs, ongoing and under construction, but noteworthy of mention.
Tombstone Abbreviations, Tombstone Symbols, Statue Meanings



Improving The Website...

Sometimes, it may take days and days just to make a very small item work properly on the web.
With each improvement comes much "Behind the scenes" work and a real sense of accomplishment.
So this is the where even minor adjustments get to shine in the spotlight for their 15 minutes of fame!


Monthly Newsletter Page...

If you've been reading along (And of course you have!), you'll notice this page is more streamlined!
The goal is for better reading flow as well as a faster page loading time. Let us know if you like it!


Census File Pages...

The census file pages are re-designed. Welcome changes for the tens of thousands to choose from!
This table layout gives the fastest reference to the year/state/county enumeration census files.
Click on the design link above for an example of how they are being done (1830 is shown).

The census data files for 1830 have been sorted and added to the availability list.
Check the link for all up-to-date listings evry month. If you don't see it, just ask!


As ideas and knowledge grow, so will the site.
Let's have some input!


That's the down-low on what's-up!
Thanks for reading,


      Massachusetts

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