Researching Ancestors!

 This week was exciting. I learned about the multitude of methods of search. I learned about filters and the difficulty of using "exact" to find records as many times it could just be an initial for the first name or a surname that has an alternate spelling. I learned that I can filter places, dates, and the types of records I am searching for. I learned that even when I find a record, if I view the actual record, I can sometimes find more information about my ancestor that I can use in my research. The most exciting method of search though is through public member trees. Especially on my lines, so much work has already been done. When I go to public members trees, I can find many sources that have already been found, confirm they are correct to my ancestor and add them to my tree. I am feeling more confident in my ability to do exhaustive research on my ancestors and confirm the accuracy of my personal tree in Ancestry.com