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Welcome to My Generation!

For years we have been working on a web based system that would allow you to connect with Walker cousins right on line, to get better acquainted (or reacquainted), share photos, and interact in a fun way that also builds our collective body of knowledge with respect to family history.

While we have made some progress in publishing information about our Ancestors, the reality for our current and rising generation is that the family website has limited appeal. And as far as gaining much in the way documentation of descendants, it has been less than successful. The task is simply too big for any one individual to do.

Today's popular Social Networking sites provide a much more interesting entrance into the world of online relationship building. And it's not really about our giving up on the idea, but giving in to reality. So rather than reinvent the wheel, we encourage you to connect with family near and far on one of the following Social Networking Sites. Where possible, we will provide you with starting information to get connected easier. Here are a few of the sites on which we are found, and a preview of what you might expect.

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2008-11 Monthy Newsletter

Written by David R. Walker

Dear Family,

Have you ever had a great idea, only to discover that someone else beat you to it? Perhaps it was an invention that became enormously popular, that you thought of first. Well, I recently had that experience and wanted to share the idea with you. Not because it will make me rich or famous, but because it’s a great idea you will enjoy.

Here’s the idea, it’s called Genetree. If you want to skip right to the link go here and watch the video. If you are still a little fuzzy, then read on.

2008-04 Monthly Newsletter

Written by David R. Walker

AND THE WINNER IS...

Recently I wrote about my foray into DNA based Genealogy. It has been quite an interesting journey and I thought those of you who have not ventured thus might appreciate the insight. Those of you, perhaps in large numbers, who have already figured it out… feel free to jump in and keep me straight. It is not a simple subject to understand.

I have actually submitted tests to all of the following DNA testing providers and my experience with them has been quite varied. If you want a simple recommendation, I would have to go with FamilyTreeDNA. But if you want the gory details, read on…

The four providers I tested are:

Provider		Website	Cost
	Family Tree DNA	www.familytreedna.com	$149 - $549
	DNA Tribes	www.dnatribes.com	$149 - $239
	GeneTree	www.genetree.com	$149 - $179
	SMGF	www.smgf.org	FREE*

Please understand as stated in my previous article and as is often cited. There is no free lunch. These tests all cost a significant amount and measure very different things. Know what it is you are looking for before you buy. In other words know which kind of test you need, what your goal is in testing, and how you plan to utilize the results. *In the case of the SMGF test, you will receive no test results back directly.