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[PatSeg]

9. I've been researching

our tree for many years and I am always amazed at how friendly and generous other genealogists are. As a result, I help whenever I can.

I have to say I have never encountered anyone who was rude or difficult. Also I've found a number of 2nd and 3rd cousins who shared what information they had.

I have found information at the message boards at Ancestry.com, as well as siblings I didn't know existed. There doesn't seem to be any real established etiquette, as the people I've encountered just know how to interact politely. One gentleman I'm in touch with made a special trip to a cemetery in Pennsylvania to take photos of my elusive great-grandparents headstones, which filled in many blanks on my tree. He has been a great source of help over the years.

I can't even begin to tell you how many great people I've been in touch with over the years because of genealogy. That alone makes this a worthwhile pastime.