Exploring Ancestry with iGENEA DNA Test: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Pride in the Surname 'Laval'
Family name Laval
iGENEA DNA testing provided an intense and insightful journey into my ancestry, revealing unexpected ties to the Vikings. This intimate encounter with my past significantly influenced my perception of my family name 'Laval', fostering a sense of pride and belonging.
After much anticipation, I pursued personal ancestry exploration using iGENEA DNA testing. The idea of unravelling the layers of my past was exhilarating and daunting, knowing how the results could potentially shift my perception of my identity. Upon submitting my DNA sample, the weight of centuries' worth of lineage on my shoulders was real, tangible, and relentlessly profound. The surname ‘Laval’ that I’ve always had, was about to take on a whole new meaning.
The days leading to the release of my results were brimming with anticipation, curiosity and anxiety. However, anxiety was short-lived when I saw my report. My lineage was mapped out beautifully, from different timelines and regions which fled from the shores of Scandinavia to the heartlands of Western Europe. Discovering the direct connection to the Vikings was undoubtedly the most thrilling part. These nuanced, intimate truths about my past gave me a whole new perspective about my identity - and every thread that spun the tale of ‘Laval’.
The name Laval now seemed more than just a family name. It was part of a grand narrative, a saga of migration, survival, and strength passed down through centuries. Comprehending that a part of me carries the indomitable spirit of the Vikings, generated a sense of reassurance and pride.
Unquestionably, iGENEA DNA testing was transformative. It wasn't just about tracing bloodlines, it supported me to comprehend the nuances and richness of what it meant to carry the surname ‘Laval’. It encouraged me to honor and respect the strength and resilience of my ancestors. The test created an emotional shift, enhancing my understanding of my past and its influence on my present thereby giving me a deeper sense of belonging. It has been an incredible journey of self-discovery that has fostered a newfound pride in the surname 'Laval' and my Viking roots. Truly, diving into my DNA with iGENEA was an emotional awakening draped in the folds of fascinating history.
O. Laval