Rick Wood's lecture on breaking down your brick wall gave us some good ideas to apply to our own research. Our number one rule: "Spelling Doesn't Count!" was addressed as well as other suggestions regarding names and naming patterns.
Another good idea: Remember to do FANs: Family, Associates and Neighbors. All are possible ways to trace your own ancestors.
Be sure to review your own research. Re-read notes you've taken and documents copied--the second or third reading might be the time you see something you missed originally!
Rick also suggested an interesting website: www.behindthename.com
This site gives the origin and meaning of first names. Also, if you check "name translator" on the home page, you can enter a name and find spellings used in other countries.
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