Monthly Archives: August 2019

Neglected models: Sister of Sigmar — Scent of a Gamer

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Wichita Genealogist

I recently completed another neglected model. This classic metal Sister of Sigmar is a model I picked up to be a warrior priest in a Warhammer Empire army I never went ahead with. These days she’s a little diminutive to … Continue reading →

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How I Learned About Princess Diana’s Death August 31, 1997

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Wichita Genealogist

Rest In Peace Princess Di. You are not forgotten. I saw this post https://historianruby.com/2019/08/31/31-august-1997-the-death-of-diana-princess-of-wales/ and decided to share where I was at the time I learned about her death. As a night owl, I was awake in the wee hours, … Continue reading →

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DNAPainter Update August 31, 2019

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Wichita Genealogist

I saw this on the ISOGG Facebook group, but here’s the link to the DNA Painter Facebook post: https://www.facebook.com/dnapainter/posts/471752216711974. I’m pleased to announce that trees are now available at DNA Painter for all registered users. A tree on DNA Painter … Continue reading →

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Income avenues for bloggers, writers, artists and other creatives — Little Fears

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Wichita Genealogist

Jordan tweeted me today asking for some advice for a comic creator. I came back with a few suggestions, but one thing sticks in my head whenever creators, bloggers, writers, artists and even photographers ask me for advice. Aim to … Continue reading →

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GEDmatch Update – DNA Saturdays August 31, 2019

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Wichita Genealogist

I missed this on GEDmatch as I rarely read the updates when I logged in. In case others missed it, I made it this week’s DNA Saturdays post. If you upload more than 1 kit for yourself or another person, … Continue reading →

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Current DNA Sales August 31, 2019

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Wichita Genealogist

Current January 2019 DNA sales, updated daily or every other day. Continue reading →

Posted in DNA | Tagged 23andMe, FamilyTree DNA, LivingDNA, mtDNA, MyHeritage DNA, MyHeritageDNA, TeloYears, Veritas Genetics | 2 Comments

Castles in Scotland – FamilySearch August 30, 2019

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Wichita Genealogist

I saw this on FamilySearch yesterday – Castles in Scotland – FamilySearch: https://www.familysearch.org/blog/en/castles-in-scotland/. The country of Scotland, on the island of Great Britain, is home to more than 1,000 castles. One region, Abderdeenshire, claims more castles per acre than any … Continue reading →

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Chandrayaan-2 Space Saturdays August 31, 2019

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Wichita Genealogist

I first mentioned Chandrayaan-2 in this post, Chandrayaan-1 Space Saturdays April 20, 2019. It successfully launched July 22, 2019 and is scheduled to land on the Moon September 7, 2019 – https://www.isro.gov.in/chandrayaan2-home-0 and https://earthsky.org/space/india-chandrayaan-2-due-to-land-moon-sept-7-2019. Here’s to a successful landing. This will … Continue reading →

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It was seven years ago tomorrow — Images by T.Dashfield Photography

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Wichita Genealogist

What was seven years ago come tomorrow, August 31, 2019? It marks my WordPress anniversary. The day I tumbled into the world of blogging. Since then a lot has changed in the world and in my world. For one, I’ve … Continue reading →