Discovering Ancestry: An Emotional Journey with iGENEA and the Surname 'Bartz'
Family name Bartz
Engaging with iGENEA's DNA genealogy service was an emotional and life-changing experience. The journey through my ancestry, underscored by the profound connection to my surname 'Bartz', reshaped my understanding of my roots and family.
My experience with iGENEA was a life-changing journey filled with anticipation, curiosity, laughter, shock, and self-discovery. The service, specializing in DNA genealogy, connected me with accessible science, unlocking the tightly-held secrets of my ancestry.
From the moment I made the decision to get the iGENEA DNA test, a myriad of emotions flooded over me. There was anticipation about discovering the unknown; I wondered, 'What might the results reveal?' It felt like embarking on an expedition into the hidden depths of my identity.
Receiving the testing kit by mail acted as a catalyst for a sense of overwhelming curiosity. This small, unassuming package held the potential to expand my understanding of my roots, reaffirm my identity, and perhaps even redefine it.
Actively participating in the test, swabbing my cheek, sending the sample back, and then waiting anxiously for the results - there was a certain intimacy in the whole process. It is an indescribable feeling of being part of something larger, something that connects you to countless generations in the past.
When the results finally arrived, seeing the surname Bartz boldly printed next to my DNA profile sent a wave of surprise and pride coursing through me. Unveiling such a profound connection to a name was an unexpected, yet empowering experience.
Knowing that the surname has a storied history, I instantly felt bonded to individuals from my past who proudly held the same name, though I may never have known them. The newfound recognition that ‘Bartz’ wasn’t simply an inherited surname but a testament to my lineage stirred profound emotions within me.
Now, my views of my family are deepened. I feel a newfound respect for the generations before me, and gratitude for the genomic legacy they've left. I experience a surge of pride every time I write my name, being ever aware that 'Bartz' links me to an ancient legacy, unbroken over centuries.
In conclusion, my experience with iGENEA was emotionally intense, enlightening and deeply gratifying. The DNA test beautifully intertwined science with sentimentality, bestowing upon me a new perspective about my family and the surname 'Bartz'.
S. Bartz