A Roller Coaster of Emotions: Unraveling Ancestry with iGENEA's DNA Test
Family name Menne
Embarking on a journey with iGENEA's DNA test unraveled insightful perspectives on my ancestry and surname - 'Menne'. The journey been a roller coaster of emotions, filled with curiosity, excitement, fear and profound revelations.
From the moment I embarked on my journey with iGENEA, a spectrum of emotions aroused within me. Taking the DNA test was equivalent to taking a leap of faith. It meant delving into the labyrinth of my ancestry and reveling in the unfamiliar and awe-evoking knowledge about my lineage. The waiting period for the results was a labyrinth of emotions for me – anxiety, curiosity, excitement, and fear - all bundled together.
I was intrigued by questions concerning my ancestors and our lineage. How many continents had they traversed? Did we share common personality traits? Perhaps we shared more than just a surname, perhaps we shared the same ambitious spirit and adventurous soul.
When the results arrived, I was laden with fascination. As I unfurled my ancestral roots, I found connections in far-flung corners of the world that I'd never imagined to be connected to. It made me perceive my family in a completely different light. We're not bound by our shared household or common surname only, but intertwined with an elaborate network of people across the globe.
Studying my surname ‘Menne,’ invoked a powerful emotional connection. It made me realize the depth and the historical significance that is carried within it. The ‘Menne’ surname is not merely an identification symbol but a tribute to my forefathers and their journeys. It made me feel deeply tethered to my past, and filled with humble pride for my ancestors.
The DNA test with iGENEA made me question and appreciate my own existence. I was not simply born into the family, I have a deep-rooted history that helped ideate me. It redefined my understanding of the term ‘family,’ expanding it beyond the traditional immediate blood-relation confines.
The test has since helped me reconcile certain parts of my identity that were previously ambiguous. My journey with iGENEA was educational, enlightening, and comforting. It's an intimate embrace of the past, understanding of the present, and nurturing the curiosity for future lineage.
R. Menne