Freedman's Bureau Bank Records

Ancestry.com released the Freedman’s Bureau Bank Records. Basically, after the Civil War ended and all the slaves were freed, they were able to open accounts at the Freedman’s Bureau bank. Not only did they give their names, but other detailed information. For example, I found out my great-great-great grandfather Moses C. had a wife that died in 1869. Plus, I found out the names of his parents, Tom and Phyllis. I may not get any more information before the abolishment of slavery, but I did trace the family back pretty far. His son, Abram/Abraham (the brother of my great-great grandmother Fannie) opened a bank account a year after Moses. This is some good stuff for those who are stuck with tracing their ancestors because of slavery.

Getting Married

I'm getting married next week! Also, I've been busy preparing for my baby girl that should be coming in November. This is a pretty exciting time in my life. It also helps me reflect about my family and its legacy. Here I am, creating branches to an intricate tree. Hoepfully I can find out more about my family so my baby girl can know where she came from at an early age.