Hey everyone! Today I want to share something that’s been on my mind a lot lately — my journey to learn more about my ancestry and where I truly come from.
Discovering the Ghanaian Blood in Me
You know what? I’ve been really into learning about ancestry — I hope I’m pronouncing that right! I want to understand who I really am, especially the Ghanaian side of me. From what I know so far, about 40% of my DNA is Ghanaian, and I want to dig deeper into that part of my heritage.
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DNA Matching – Connecting with the Past
I was talking with a girlfriend about this whole ancestry program, and let me tell you, it’s amazing! They take your DNA and match it with people who’ve been in their database for years. Can you imagine that? They even have photos of these people, details about what they did for a living, and how they lived their lives. That’s so fascinating to me — and it’s exactly why I want to visit the place my ancestors came from.
Why I Want to Know My Origins
Here’s the thing — people often assume I’m from the Caribbean. And when I say “no,” they still go, “but you look like you are!” Then I have to explain, “I’m really not from there.” Though honestly, I wish I were! Maybe some of my ancestors were from the islands, but I’ve never been there myself.
Now that I wear my hair in dreadlocks and have a more natural look, people assume I’m not from here (the U.S.). They think I’m from Africa. And I want to say, “I’m really not from… you know what I mean?” But deep down, I truly want to know the truth.
My Plan
So this weekend, I made a promise to myself — I’m going to sign up! I’ll take my DNA test. And not just me — when my mom comes here in July, I’m buying her a kit too. I’ll get one for my brother, and for Nate’s parents as well.
You know, you’ve got to do these things while your loved ones are still here. I want to do it now, while they’re still young and healthy, and keep that record forever. When I go to Iowa, I’ll bring a kit for my dad — I mean, my granddad — and I’ll also get my sisters to take the test so they’ll be in the system too.
Why This Matters
We all share so many of the same genes, and we really do look alike in so many ways. It doesn’t hurt to know who we’re connected to. Anyway, I’m rambling!
But seriously, I want to go to Ghana and explore more deeply. This isn’t just about percentages on a DNA report — it’s about truly connecting with my roots, understanding how my ancestors lived, and discovering who they really were.
