Hound on the Hunt

09/27/2025

I’m excited to share something new—my October Photo Organizing Challenge is live!
This fun, self-paced challenge is the perfect way to finally tackle those digital or printed photos while the fall weather inspires cozy projects.

On my blog, you’ll find all the details plus a free downloadable tracker to help you stay on target day by day. Whether you aim for a Bronze, Silver, or Gold badge, the tracker makes it simple to plan, log your progress, and celebrate your success.

👉 Read the full post and grab your tracker

Let’s make October the month your memories get the attention they deserve.
I can’t wait to see your progress and cheer you on!

Turn organizing into an achievement. Want an easy way to sort, share, and celebrate your memories this fall?Take part in my first-ever October Photo Challenge and earn a fun, exclusive … Continue Reading →

09/25/2025

What an amazing story. The two children were found after 36 years had passed. Now, if they could just solve the case of who murdered the mother.

The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office announced today that Elizabeth and Jasmin Ramos, missing for 36...

09/22/2025

Do you think family recipes remain unchanged forever?
Think again! In this week’s Family Myth Monday, I share how I found one of my mom’s favorite recipes from the 1980s—Hamburger Noodle Casserole—and discovered it tasted bland compared to what we cook today.

Find out why our family recipes naturally change over time:
• Spice shelves evolve – we use more global flavors and fresh herbs now.
• Ingredients improve – produce, oils, and dairy taste different today.
• Palates shift – we crave brighter, bolder flavors.

Family food traditions are living history. They adapt with every generation, and that’s part of their magic.

💬 Your turn:
What recipe in your family has quietly changed?
Share your story in the comments and join me next Family Myth Monday!

09/19/2025

I had such fun creating this podcast of Sibling Stories. I used ChatGPT, Gork, and Wondershare Filmora to create this.

Experience a heartfelt conversation as siblings Ted, Ellen, and Craig share their favorite family memories and stories that shaped their lives. From childhoo...

09/16/2025

I've written a book called Cali and Katie's Big No-No Adventure. Perfect as a children's gift, with free shipping anywhere.

Meet the Pack at Gold Canyon The pint-sized but mighty Cali the Morkie and the ever-patient Katie. —The adventures of these best friends will tug at your heart and make you smile. Follow along as friendships form, tails wag, and the streets of Gold Canyon come alive with the joyful chaos only a pa...

09/16/2025

Do you know the story of British Home Children?

Arthur Theodore Clarkson’s trauma began long before the trenches. Labelled incorrigible for skipping school in order to care for his widowed mother, the boy had been removed from his family, sent to a group home, and shipped off to Canada on Feb. 25, 1909, at age 11. From there, the British Home C...

09/13/2025

My favorite guy, Dr.Gates https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BEiQSuPft/

09/13/2025

Check out my newest YouTube video and learn how you can make the most of your AncestryDNA

Unlock the full power of your AncestryDNA test! In this step-by-step guide, I show you exactly what to do after you receive your DNA results so you can disco...

09/12/2025

I haven't checked Legacy Family Tree Library in a while, and I'm so behind now that it's Webtember. So many free webinars to watch. Getting organized, writing a genealogy crime mystery, and managing a large writing project. The list goes on and on. Check them out. Link:

You should receive a confirmation email with a link to the webinar soon. You’ll also receive a reminder both the day before and one hour before the webinar begins. Didn’t receive a confirmation email?

09/12/2025

How about Book Club with a Twist?
Over the course of 3 fun, hands-on sessions, you’ll learn:
-How to choose your book style and layout.
-How to upload and organize your photos in FOREVER.
-How to add stories, captions, and personal touches.
-Guided work time with expert help to keep you on track.
-Tips for finishing and printing your book.

Instead of reading a book, this club helps you create one of your own! Whether it’s a photo book, life story, or vacation memory, you’ll learn how to choose a style, upload photos, and add stories. With 3 fun, guided sessions, you’ll finish with a meaningful keepsake to share and preserve. We ...

09/11/2025

I'm thinking about RootsTech 2026 already. March 5-7 2026 and I'm staying a day or two extra to do a bit of research . Booked my VRBO I'm excited.
The theme for RootsTech 2026 is Collaboration, Connection, and Curiosity.