Category: Puerto Rican Genealogy

Genealogy Lesson on Last Names When Researching

One of the biggest lessons I can teach others is understanding last names and how they can lead you down the wrong path, very quickly. I’ll provide two examples as these are actually a reality for everyone and not just some. One of the biggest misconceptions in researching is that if the last name is…

By Anna Bayala June 1, 2019 6

Jayuya Church Records

It has been some time since I have posted and have been working on Guayama when I have free time. However, it will take me a little longer to complete as I have been helping quite a few DNA cousins find family. In the meantime, I went through Jayuya’s church records which didn’t take long.…

By Anna Bayala May 20, 2019 0

Book Resources Available Online for Puerto Rico

So far ninety-nine percent of the posts I have made, they have been free resources. Most of those that do cost, usually pertain to books recommended for purchasing, if available or advising you to check your local library.   However, there are times that I will recommend something that costs, like the Sociedad Puertorriqueña de…

By Anna Bayala January 13, 2019 0