While I liked some of the programs, I was impressed with Legacy's customer support. Legacy Family Tree version 2.0 was one of the programs I encountered. I obtained copies of each and installed them on the computers in the center's lab so patrons could have a choice. It was here that I began to explore the different genealogy software programs. While at BYU I was employed by the library's Family History Center as their computer specialist. Looking back, I'm glad I switched majors. That day I returned to our apartment and announced to my wife that I would be changing my major to "family history." I don't remember her exact reaction, but I don't think she was too encouraged. He taught that if you like something enough, you can be successful at it. Then one day, our accounting professor (Norm Nemrow) paused, and encouraged us to pursue our dreams even if that meant accounting was not part of it. I couldn't wait to get home, install PAF 3.0, and begin adding my wife's genealogy.Ī year after our wedding, we made the decision to continue my schooling at BYU in Provo, Utah. I purchased it while on a trip to Utah, and I remember driving home to Oregon thinking about both my soon-to-be-bride and my new software (but mostly my bride). Three days before our wedding, I learned that PAF 3.0 was available. I remember how fun it was to upgrade to the latest edition. When I proposed to my fiancé in April 1997 in the Family History Center on campus, we were up to PAF 2.31.
I began with the DOS version 2.2, and quickly became addicted.
Since I also enjoyed working with computers, it wasn't long before I became proficient in working with the Personal Ancestral File software. I spent most of my freshman year in the library looking at census records and newspapers on microfilm. It was in this class that the course of my life changed forever. I began the registration process a little too late (couldn't decide which school I wanted to attend) and when choosing my elective classes, there was only one left - Genealogy 101 taught by Blaine Bake. With FamilySearch's recent announcement of the discontinuation of their genealogy software, Personal Ancestral File (commonly known as PAF), I have reflected on my personal history with genealogy software.Īfter graduating from high school in 1993 (has it really been 20 years already?) I registered for classes at Ricks College (now BYU-Idaho) in Rexburg, Idaho.
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