Believe it or not, the best sources of your own search of whence it is you came from is from the very people you consider fortunately or unfortunately your family. The following are advice and tips for you to be able to know more about your own family genealogy. Write, write, write it all The first step is in the writing down of all and every name that you know from both your parents sides. Like for an instance, if you want to find out your real ancestors way back in the 19th century, a broad research is needed from the stored photographs in your house to the era of world war 1 and 2 and so on. Some people may see it as a waste of time but the truth is it can be rewarding in the end. What you will find out is the greatest mystery. The Genealogy and Dictionary of Chinese Characters Just like any other languages, Chinese uses both pronunciation and meaning on its characters. It is considered as one of humanity's most enduring and greatest achievements culturally. Chinese character is one of the most used literatures around the world. Through residence or geographical location. Also referred to as topographic surnames, these names are derived from an individual's place of residence. For example, John of the hills, John from the river, John from the woods. First used in France, topographic family names soon found their way into England. Make extra copies Any source material you gather is best to be photocopied especially if they are source printed materials. File them all in folders with appropriate labels such as the name of the relative. Include the details of their birth dates and dates of death so as to be able to distinguish them between other family members who may have similar names. A lot of the centers are found in the meeting houses of the Jesus Christ church of the Latter day Saints. The administrators of these centers are operated by members of the local LDS Church. Everyone and anyone is generally welcome to come and enter as well as use the resources available at the family history center.