Continuing the Story
Family history is a living story—without a beginning or end.
There are always new discoveries to be made about the lives of ancestors, with records emerging that either confirm or challenge long-held beliefs. As we uncover the past, we also create the future—each new generation adding its own chapter to the narrative. The Fortitude Blog, written by award-winning author Dale Spaulding, is dedicated to exploring this ever-evolving tapestry of family stories as they intersect with history.
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Latest Posts
Preserving the Past: Vintage Birthday Cards
In last month’s Fortitude post, I shared a family history tip encouraging readers to preserve the seemingly mundane items of everyday life because today’s ordinary objects often become tomorrow’s treasured family artifacts. Recently, I was reminded just how true this is. While digging through a closet, I rediscovered my baby…
Family History Tip: Preserve the Mundane
As genealogists and family historians, we often focus first on documenting our ancestors’ names and key life events like births, marriages, and deaths. Once those foundational facts are established, our attention typically turns to uncovering the stories behind the dates and gaining a deeper understanding of who our ancestors were.…
Is Genealogy Biblical?
As a family historian, I love researching genealogy—especially discovering the stories behind the people in my family tree. As a believer in God, I also love reading the Bible and striving to live according to its teachings. One day, I began thinking about the question posed in the title of…
1776 to 2026: How America Celebrated Its Independence Across 250 Years
July 4, 2026 marked a historic milestone—the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. In this month’s Fortitude post, I take a step back in time to explore how Americans have commemorated this defining moment over past anniversaries. 1776 (A Nation’s Birth) At the Pennsylvania State House on…
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