Have you ever wondered if you've come from royalty? Or maybe you've just heard time and again from your old Aunt Gertrude that you look just like your great-grandmother. It sparks your interest, doesn't it? Nowadays, there's a new growing trend to discover your own story -- where you've come from, if you have any long-lost relatives, and even to discover old family stories that have been buried along with your ancestors. With these discoveries brings a wonderful gift to give to your posterity. It can also give one a sense of belonging -- especially if there is little or no family still around. To delve into something like this may seem overwhelming and not knowing where to start can be a huge stumbling block. Building a family tree to organize your family history is the easiest place to start, but let's go over some key points first. Let's define what a Family Tree even is. A family tree is a chart that shows family connections. So basically, it's a genealogical record of your ancestors. It will usually contain the family members' names, birth dates, death dates (if applicable), and the countries or states where they've lived. Each person in this chart is connected to the other people in the chart via lines (thus the tree visual). These lines or connections lead to anyone that is connected to them through a familial relationship whether by blood or marriage. How do I go about drawing a Family Tree? We've moved ahead over the years, and no longer do you have to come up with this from scratch -- there are numerous resources. You can get a family tree template, where you simply fill in the names and dates. Usually these templates will give directions so you know where and what to fill in. These templates are easy to find and not very expensive. Check out bookstores or office supply stores. I've also seen them at scrapbooking stores. There are also some web sites set up that sell all kinds of genealogical supplies. Another option is to download a family tree chart. You add names and dates all electronically and it's usually very simple to see exactly what information is missing. This way can also enable you to complete everything over the internet so you can email relatives all the information you've accumulated. What about information to put in the Family Tree? So you know your grandma and great-grandpa's name, but you can't remember your great- uncle's name. The internet is an incredible tool for us. You can do genealogical searches enabling you to look through information-filled family history databases, where many of the connections are right there. If this is a hobby that fascinates you, then get started -- the resources are all out there! Search Millions of Public Records: http://www.pubrecs.tk/