#ancestor trend

[cyclone-rachel]

give Brainiac 5 his hair back 2k24

[ibijau]

we are making bread today

this is a royal we, meaning I'm the only one in the house making it, although if other people reading this are also making bread, it's a lovely coincidence

anyway it's my first time and I'm excited and more than a little emotional because!! bread!! the fundamental basis for food in much of europe for so long!!

[bucephaly]

heyy I love your blog and love that you're reconnecting. I wasn't gonna say anything, but as the posts keep coming, I have to point out that despite everything, rolls and records just aren't the end all be all for indigenous ancestry. while I understand why folks (espeeeecially cherokees) would be extra protective of their identity, tribal enrollment, etc... this particular requirement can easily erase afro-indigenous histories.

my grandparents pointed out which relatives on our family tree were native, likely mixed. (I'll spare you the details, lol. but I was suspect for a long time, and your posts had me looking much harder!) while I can't find a direct ancestor in the Dawes Rolls, I'm seeing folks who seem to be relatives. there's substantial overlap on a rather uncommon surname linked to the slavers who owned and later held my family in indentured servitude (sharecropping) for 5+ generations in eastern Tennessee. The highest density of this surname (outside of Barbados!) is found in Oklahoma today, where I also have relatives.

records of my kin are generally spotty (a good # just with first names) and nonexistent before around 1850 because they were considered property until 1865, and so not recorded in the census.

what *is* recorded in the first records is that all of my relatives were illiterate up until 3 generations ago. this rules out the ability to apply remotely. and while there was an option for Dawes applications to be taken in person / recorded orally, the one drop rule (plus the promise of land allotment to those accepted) was something that I can't imagine visibly black and indigenous people were able to get past. recognizing afro-indigenous folks would have meant an upheaval in law, and in the colonial hierarchy of who has the right to what.

I don't live anywhere near the OG lands and my family did little more than attend a few powwows growing up... but I do read up on Cherokee culture and language, and don't feel any need to be enrolled or given access to Cherokee resources, etc... I'm content to appreciate from afar & online, and uplift native stories & issues when I can until a natural connection arises. I don't have a lot of time to do so, but I'm continuing the search for proof outside of my grandparents' physical features and stories.

I also have relatives who were Freedmen, and though I want solidarity for all people, cannot ignore the anti-black sentiments Cherokee bureaucracy and unfortunately a looott of modern native culture has displayed in barring and diminishing afro-indigenous membership and ancestry.

I am at peace with the fact that I may never find a paper trail, which though hard-won, is also a privilege largely afforded to folks with white/native heritage, and I think that should be acknowledged.

just wanted to offer a different perspective on this very white website, lmao

wado. & wish u all the best

Yea, very true! There's definitely a lot of anti-black racism and of course slavery in Cherokee history [and still some today] and this stuff really does need to be said. Iirc, many people recorded as freedmen were likely mixed afro-indigenous but were just recorded as freedmen. I'm not as experienced with freedmen and afro-indigenous history admittedly, and that's definitely a glaring gap that I need to work on filling.

[made-nondescript]

do not watch too many historical fashion youtube videos you'll be getting mad at misinfo propagated by the cottage core and modern fashion crowd for the rest of time

[armagnac-army]

You're tied again.

AND YOU DIDNT EVEN VOTE FOR ME YOU ASSHOLE

I’LL EAT YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY TREE

[morrithal]

Now i may sound like a prude for this. But the Alvin and the Chipmunkification of otherwise great songs to remix them into squeaky little sped up soundbites for TikTok trends is driving me up the fucking wall

[nishp]

🌟 Happy Ancestor Appreciation Day! 🌟

🕰️ Today, we honor and celebrate the rich tapestry of our family history and the incredible individuals who came before us. September 27th is a day to pay tribute to those who paved the way for our existence, shaped our traditions, and left an indelible mark on our lives.

🌳 Our family trees are adorned with countless branches, each telling a unique story. Let's take a moment to reflect on the wisdom, strength, and resilience of our ancestors. They overcame hardships, pursued dreams, and passed down their legacy to us.

🧡 Whether you have ancestral ties to different corners of the world or a close-knit lineage, your ancestors' experiences have played a role in shaping who you are today.

💭 How will you celebrate Ancestor Appreciation Day? Here are some ideas: ✨ Research your family history and share stories with loved ones. ✨ Cook a traditional family recipe that has been passed down through generations. ✨ Visit the gravesites of your ancestors and pay your respects. ✨ Create a family tree or heritage album to document your ancestry. ✨ Light a candle or perform a ritual to honor your ancestors' memory.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Our ancestors are the roots of our family tree, and today, we express our gratitude for the gift of their legacy. 🙏 Let their stories inspire you and remind you of the strength that runs through your veins.

[jkjs]

i think i hauve covid reading just1ce r1ders so suddenly was a mistake i keep thinking about beetle puttign boosters clit in untested and increasingly iron-lung-esque contraptions

[gemharvest]

Actually wait no what is with the overlap of sp fans and mob psycho fans. I swear this is the only thing I've been into in recent times that has me seeing sp blogs in my notes every other day. Are you guys ok.

[hotchley]

My dad, at some point in the mid-1980s: what are you doing?

Me, in 2023: I’m just putting my glasses on so I can lie in bed and look at my phone at the same time!

My dad: but you’re… studying? At university?

Me: yep! And nothing else :)

My dad: oh… we did it…

[voidartisan]

i don't really keep up with world news and know nothing about uk politics so every time i see scotland trending i'm like "DID THEY DO IT????"

every time

i don't know why i get so excited my family literally has not lived there in like seven generations

[rajdasposts]

Truth About Shradh

The entire Hindu society performs Shradh and Pind Daan. However, the sacred Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 9, Verse 25 clearly states that those who worship their ancestors become ancestors, and those who worship ghosts become ghosts. And we all know that performing Shraddha and Pind Daan is a form of ghost worship, therefore, it is a futile practice.

[tenaciousbananabird]

[rimpisblog]

[guljarkashyap455]