From a childhood rooted in family stories to a long-standing family mystery that required solving, follow me on my journey into family history.Be reminded of the painstaking efforts once required to climb a family tree —from county by county searches in Ohio courthouses to scrolling through microfilms in Salt Lake City's vast library.  And rejoice with me in how the digital revolution changed everything (and continues to do so).But, never forget - whether doing it old school or with all the new technology - that the true essence of genealogy is still in the stories that give life to the names and dates and places on a pedigree chart._______________________________________________Please rate and review this podcast and then share it with your family and friends.For ideas on how to connect more deeply with your family through family stories, follow Crista on Instagram @CristaCowan.