In 1980 I took up the task of exploring family history where my parents left off. I had my daughter that year and did it to keep my mind busy while I stayed home with her. I also liked to get mail. I tackled my husband's family, too. Three hundred years in New Jersey kept me plenty mentally active!

I work now as a museum teacher and seasonal park ranger. In teaching and interpreting American history, I like to get people to see that their families "little" stories shaped the "big" stories in history. Sharing this perspective gives more meaning to events and makes them personal.

In 1980 I took up the task of exploring family history where my parents left off. I had my daughter that year and did it to keep my mind busy while I stayed home with her. I also liked to get mail. I tackled my husband's family, too. Three hundred years in New Jersey kept me plenty mentally active!

I work now as a museum teacher and seasonal park ranger. In teaching and interpreting American history, I like to get people to see that their families "little" stories shaped the "big" stories in history. Sharing this perspective gives more meaning to events and makes them personal.