Emotional Rollercoaster: My iGENEA DNA Test Illuminate A Rich Legacy Linked To The Surname Hardouin
Family name Hardouin
Exploring the depths of my genealogy using an iGENEA DNA Test exposed me to a surfeit of emotions. This quest led me to discover my Norman ancestry and the rich legacy linked with my surname, Hardouin, redefining my identity and strengthening my family ties.
Every journey begins with a step, and my venture into knowing my family history started merely with a mail-order DNA test from iGENEA. Never did I imagine that this step could stir up a torrent of emotions. Excitement, revelation, fear, surprise - all of them had a part to play in this intimate journey of self-discovery.
My surname Hardouin played a significant role as it was the golden thread that wove the narrative of my genealogy. The day I sent my DNA sample was a day of palpable excitement. What stories did my genes hold, what secrets were waiting to be revealed? I was both curious and nervous, a blend of feelings that held me in its thrall throughout this process.
The day the results arrived, my heartbeat was a symphony of anticipation. The result suggested a blend of ethnicities, which I expected. But then came a surprise when a genealogical link dating back to the Normans was revealed. The fact that I had Norman ancestry and that my lineage was linked to the renowned surname Hardouin piqued my interest like never put before. It was an emotionally stirring moment, like suddenly discovering a faint echo of your past that you never knew existed.
This newfound knowledge impacted me to my core. I felt a unique connection to history. It reshaped my understanding of my identity, and I felt a stronger connection to my family and the Hardouin name. I now understood the legacy and lineage clubbed with the surname. I felt a certain responsibility, an inheritance that transcends money and property, but remains with you in your blood, your DNA.
Taking the iGENEA DNA Test was not just a scientific process but also an emotional rollercoaster that transformed my perceptions. The narrative of my genetics, combining with the stories of my ancestors, gave me a newfound respect for my lineage and surname. It's like knowing a secret about yourself that adds depth to your identity. You can't help but feel proud and humbled at the same time.
Overall, my experience with iGENEA was an emotional exploration of who I am and where I come from. It touched chords I never knew existed and humbled me through the revelation of my ancient ancestry. The Hardouin name brought with it a profound sense of belonging, and for the first time, I understood the truth of the saying - 'Your past is always your present'.
H. Hardouin