Author Archives: Janice Brown

Two Hundred Fifty Years of Courage: From 1776 to Today

On this 250th anniversary of the United States, may we pause to honor the courage, imagination, and stubborn hope that shaped 1776. New Hampshire stood early and firm among the colonies: on January 5, 1776 at Exeter, New Hampshire, our … Continue reading

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The Thread That Never Breaks: Why mtDNA Matters to Everyone

On Mother’s Day, mtDNA gets top billing—because it’s the one gift Mom passes down 100% every single time. When people first step into the world of genealogy, they often imagine themselves wandering through dusty courthouses, squinting at old census pages, … Continue reading

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The Best Place to Build Your Family Tree (and Keep Your Sanity Intact) — WikiTree

I rarely promote products or services because genealogy should be about shared knowledge, not advertising. But there is one free resource that truly matters: it provides genealogists with tools to confirm family lines, correct mistakes, and strengthen the accuracy of … Continue reading

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Twenty Years of Cow Hampshire: Celebrating New Hampshire’s Heart and History

On March 22, 2006, two decades ago, a small but mighty corner of the internet sprouted in New Hampshire soil—equal parts granite dust, genealogy notes, and the faint smell of molasses cookies cooling on a colonial hearth. Today, Cow Hampshire … Continue reading

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The Birds and the Bees in New Hampshire: Strutting And A Whole Lot of Buzz

New Hampshire’s birds and bees form a surprisingly rich, distinctly local tapestry—one shaped by granite ridges, cold forests, and pollinator‑friendly meadows. The state’s mix of boreal and temperate habitats creates pockets of species you won’t find just anywhere, and together … Continue reading

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