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	Tina Sansone BellaOnline's Genealogy Editor

Bolivar L. Shook, Cabin on the Hill
Charles Noah and Mary Martha Shook are the parents of Bolivar Lee Shook, the author of song, Cabin on the Hill, recorded by Flatt & Scruggs.

Celebrating the Life of Champion Cox
Memorial article on Richard Hightower "Champion" Cox, celebrating his life's accomplishments and struggles. This article was written for a Cox Reunion.

Essie Mae Hester
May 10, 2009 is Mother’s Day. As I was reflecting on this special day, I started thinking about my maternal ancestors that lost their little ones at infancy—and some even their own lives.

Family Histories & Pedigrees for Today's Children
The definition of a Family had changed a lot over the last few years. The creators of genealogical software are working on keeping up with the times, but are we keeping up personally? I belong to a chat that has been pondering this topic and really got me to thinking.

Family Reaction to Genealogy
In my family, some strange things happen. Does this happen to you? Your family roll their eyes when you say one word about the family research... Come learn more..

Family Stories
Family stories, everybody loves to read or hear about them. As I do my family research, and those of you who are genealogists, whether by profession or hobbiest, we come across some unique stories. Let's write about them!

Genealogical Societies
Genealogy societies are a great source of help in family history research. Most US states have a genealogical society. Some countries may have them also. A society will have research material focusing on their individual state, but most of them will also offer much more.

Genealogy and Reunions
The holiday season is over, it is time to start preparing and thinking about getting ready for your Family Reunion. Whether you are in charge of the event or just a family member in attendance, there are genealogical steps you can take in order to take full advantage of the family all in one place.

John O. Young & Elizabeth Prater
John O. Young (Colonel) was born about 1802 in NC married to Elizabeth Prater born about 1810 in SC. Looking for clues into their ancestry.

My Ancestors' Life
I often contemplate the lives of my ancestors. There are oftentimes in the middle of something during my day, I think of my ancestors and the lives they must have led. Here are some of those times that make me in awe of the things they lived through.

Reuniting Families Dead or Alive
I had an awesome experience this past week. I am helping a friend of mine discover her family roots. Not only did I discover her roots but reunited her with a long lost cousin.

Richard Hightower Cox, Champion
Memorial article on Richard Hightower "Champion" Cox, celebrating his life's accomplishments and struggles. This article was written for a Cox Reunion.

Roger Murphy & Nancy Wilson Descendants
Roger Murphy and Nancy Wilson's descendancy. It is great fun to find cousins researching the same family you are, helping each other add and correct family lines.

The Civil War Impact on Champion Cox
Memorial article on Richard Hightower "Champion" Cox, celebrating his life's accomplishments and struggles. This article was written for a Cox Reunion.

The History of Mother's Day
Just what is Mother´s Day based on? When was Mother´s Day first held? And what are the special celebrations held around the world?

The Life of Champion Hightower Cox
Memorial article on Richard Hightower "Champion" Cox, celebrating his life's accomplishments and struggles. This article was written for a Cox Reunion by Dr. Larry Cox.

The Search for the Strother Mystery
Charles Strother Smith was my great grandfather. For many years the Smith Family researchers pondered on his middle name, Strother. We assumed it was a mother or grandmother’s maiden name, but research proved that theory incorrect.

Use Vacations for Genealogy
Tips for incorporating Genealogy into your family vacation

Who Do You Think You Are? Brooke Shields
Brooke Shield’s family was featured on Who Do You Think You Are tonight. It was exciting to see the excitement on their faces as they discover their ancestry. I found her ancestry interesting as it had a line that was not as well off that married into a well-to-do family with royal heritage.

Who Do You Think You Are? Review
I was excited all day to finally be watching Who Do You Think You Are?. I was already sort of down because I had found out this week that RootsTelevision & Ancestry Magazine had both decided to stop production. I needed something like this show to lift my genealogical spirits.