Eleven years ago, I launched GeneaSpy with intention, curiosity, and more than a little symbolism. The blog officially began on the first new moon of 2015—a moment traditionally associated with fresh starts, reflection, and setting long-term intentions. It felt like the perfect time to begin a new genealogy journey, and looking back, it truly was.
Since that quiet lunar beginning, GeneaSpy has grown into something far beyond what I imagined.
📊 By the Numbers
Over the past 11 years:
81 total posts have been published
480,475 all-time views from readers around the world
111 thoughtful comments sparking conversation and connection
Those numbers represent more than statistics—they reflect a community of fellow researchers, storytellers, and history lovers who care deeply about the past and how we tell its stories.
🌈 A Moment That Went Viral
One post, in particular, took on a life of its own:
“A Little Thing That Went Viral… #MyColorfulAncestry”, which has been viewed 40.9 thousand times and counting.
That post reminded me how powerful personal stories can be when they resonate beyond charts, records, and timelines. It reinforced why I started GeneaSpy in the first place: to explore genealogy not just as research, but as a lived experience.
🔍 Why GeneaSpy Still Matters
GeneaSpy has always been about curiosity—asking better questions, looking beyond the obvious, and uncovering the stories hiding in plain sight. Eleven years later, that mission hasn’t changed. What has changed is the depth of experience, the lessons learned, and the growing appreciation for how interconnected our stories truly are.
🌑 Looking Ahead
As GeneaSpy enters its 12th year, I’m grateful—for every reader, every comment, every shared post, and every ancestor whose story nudged me forward. Just like that first new moon in 2015, this anniversary feels less like an ending and more like another beginning.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to the next chapter of GeneaSpy—still watching, still questioning, still discovering.
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Transparency: I wrote this with the assistance of AI.
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