iGENEA DNA Test: An Emotional Journey Through My Surname 'Logue'
Family name Logue
Embarking on a journey of discovery with iGENEA, a DNA test leads to a wave of emotions, presenting a deeper understanding of the surname 'Logue'. The process, although emotionally challenging, provides a sense of belonging in the global mixing pot of humankind.
Embarking on my journey with iGENEA was a journey of discovery - a journey into my past, and into who I am. As someone who feels deeply attached to their roots, I went into my DNA test full of hope and fear, wondering what truths may lie beyond my current knowledge. The DNA test was straightforward, but the emotional journey that followed was far more complex.
My surname, Logue, to which I am deeply attached, held a core part of my identity – or so I thought. After sending my DNA sample and enduring a waiting period that felt like an eternity, the results rolled in. The emotional roller coaster that ensued was surprising and complex, joy offset by confusion flanked with curiosity.
One thing that took me by surprise was learning the Logue name had a rich and diverse ancestry that spanned different ethnicities and continents. My understanding of my surname was turned on its head; my lineage was more diverse and colourful than I could have ever imagined.
While it was a surprise, it was also a gift. I felt a deeper bond with the world as I dove into the history of these countries and cultures that influenced my lineage. What was poignant was that beyond borders and time, we correlate, and our stories are interconnected.
Simultaneously, there were emotional conflicts. Dealing with the 'misalignment' between my preconceived understanding and new knowledge was sometimes difficult. Our family tree's stark reinterpretation made it difficult initially to accept the result fully.
However, acceptance followed confusion, and exhilaration followed acceptance. With the nuanced understanding of my lineage, I felt closer to my past, humbled by the diverse patchwork of lives that led to me. It ultimately made me more understanding, compassionate, and rounded. That's not to say the journey is over; instead, it has just begun. The story of my ancestry laid out by iGENEA is a constant source of fascination and wonder for me.
While it was emotionally challenging, this journey with iGENEA has been profoundly transformative. It has broadened my perspective on myself, my family, and my sense of belonging in the world. My surname, Logue, now holds a deeper resonance, reflects a broader story, and signifies that I am a part of the mixing pot that is humankind – and I am proud of it.
C. Logue