Where The Branches Meet
Reflections and Discoveries From a Relentless Genealogy Hunter
I’m always chasing the next clue — from old family photos to forgotten records to surprising DNA matches.
Where The Branches Meet is where I share the breakthroughs, challenges, and stories that make
genealogy endlessly fascinating.
About This Blog
Genealogy isn’t just about records — it’s about the pursuit. The thrill of finding a name that fits, a date
that confirms a connection, or a story that changes how you see your family.
Expect a mix of case studies, DNA insights, workflow tips, and reflections on what it means to uncover the
people who came before us. Some stories are tidy. Others are tangled. All of them remind us why the hunt matters.
Start with My Signature Series
- Building the Tree Foundation
- Verifying the Family Chronicle
- Surfacing Living Cousins
- Experimenting with Big Puzzles
- Deep Diving into DNA
- Publishing for Posterity
- Connecting the Dots through Collaboration
- Hunting for Random Nuggets
Got a Mystery You Can’t Solve?
If you’re staring at a brick wall in your family tree or have a DNA match you can’t explain,
let’s see what we can uncover together.
FEATURED ARTICLE
The Genealogist’s Workflow:
From Family Trees To DNA Truths
By Gary Katz — Professional Genealogist & Genetic Genealogy Researcher. Genealogy is more than record-hunting — it’s the art of turning memory into history. This eight-stage professional workflow helps transform scattered stories, DNA matches, and public records into verified, meaningful family histories — a roadmap for discovery.
“Gary helped me document my ex-husband’s family history so I could preserve it for my son and grandson. He uncovered deep paternal ancestry stretching back ten generations to Germany, clarified incorrect assumptions about earlier generations, and used DNA analysis to identify the real paternal line. Even though we hoped to confirm Cherokee heritage, he followed every lead thoroughly and explained everything clearly. I was amazed at how much he uncovered and deeply appreciative of his care, accuracy, and persistence
– Diane Reynolds
Latest Posts
- The Message Most Genealogists Send — And Why It Often Fails
- The Diplomacy Phase of Genealogy: When Cousins Don’t Respond
- Hunting for Random Nuggets — How to Find Unexpected Clues When You Hit a Genealogical Brick Wall
- Connecting the Dots through Collaboration — How to Partner with Other Genealogists to Accelerate Discovery
- Publishing for Posterity — How to Share and Preserve Your Family Research for Future Generations
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