A Journey through Time: Unearthing Ancestral Roots with iGENEA
Family name Cruz
Experiencing iGENEA's DNA test was an emotional journey of anticipation, self-discovery, and ancestral enlightenment. Discovering the historical roots of the Cruz surname served as a poignant connecting thread to the past, stirring feelings of connection, curiosity, and inexplicable sadness.
Testing my DNA on iGENEA was overall a momentous, personal journey. The anticipation that built up as I awaited my results was an emotional rollercoaster: filled with both anxiety and excitement. After all, nothing reveals one's identity quite like the genetic makeup passed down by ancestors.
One of the unique features of iGENEA that particularly piqued my interest was its emphasis on genealogical discovery. As a Cruz by surname, I had always harbored a sense of curiosity about this name and its origin. I had heard tales of Iberian descent, from Spain or Portugal, but family lore could only reach so far back. And indeed, iGENEA delivered clarity on this matter, unraveling the historical threads entwined with my name and DNA.
My result was a bittersweet epiphany. The DNA test confirmed my Iberian heritage, rooted in Spain. I was overcome with a sense of profound connection to my ancestors. Yet, alongside this connection emerged a strange feeling of sadness, knowing that my ancestors faced trials and tribulations, migrating continents and integrating into new societies.
Despite my elation at discovering a lineage steeped in rich history, the results also caused a little shakeup in my self-perception. My Spanish background echoed loudly in my veins and stirred a desire to explore not only the history of the Cruz family but also the customs, traditions, and lifestyles prevalent in Spain during my ancestor's epoch. This newfound quest led to revelations about certain family behaviors, habits, and preferences we had preserved subconsciously, perhaps as enduring remnants of our lineage.
The moment my iGENEA results arrived was unforgettable - it felt like standing on a precipice, staring across the vast expanse of time, and understanding myself in a way I never had before. The revelations were surreal, serving both as a mirror to my past and a beacon to my future. The DNA test has reignited a sense of familial pride and raised an underlying curiosity about the roots of the Cruz family.
E. Cruz