About Me:
I started working on my own genealogy around 2009. My sister and I decided to join the Daughters of the American Revolution, because we knew our paternal Great-Grandmother had been a member. But we wanted our mother to be able to join, too. I was able to find two of her ancestors that qualified. I have also discovered that we have a link to the Mayflower, through George Soule. My maternal Grandmother’s lineage was a mystery to us, even though we knew her. Through DNA, I was eventually able to find out who her family was, and even met some new cousins. I have learned so much about my ancestors, and feel a stronger connection with my roots, and I want to help others feel that connection as well. I know not everyone has the time or inclination to do the research themselves, so I am hoping you will let me use my knowledge and experience to provide that information to you.
How can I contact you?
Either comment on one of my posts, or email me at Julie@WalnutHillGenealogy.com
Why “Walnut Hill Genealogy”?
The photo on the Home page is the front yard of the house where I grew up, which is full of Black walnut trees. And, it is on top of a small hill.
I want to read one of the books you have listed, but it is not at my local library. How do I request an interlibrary loan?
This will undoubtedly vary from library to library, but this is the process in my library system. Under their Using the Library tab, I select Interlibrary loans. I have to have a login to the library’s webpage to use this service. They direct me to WorldCat First Search, and I use either their basic or advanced search tab. Once I find the book I want, I select it, and then click the Borrow this Item link, which takes me to a Loan Request page. I have to specify which branch I want the material sent to, if I will accept other formats, and if I will accept an item in a language other than English. It also asks the maximum fee I am willing to pay. Most requests do not incur a fee; it is only if an item is very hard to find. I can also track the status of any requests on this site. Please contact your local library for assistance with their specific process.