Exploring My Roots: An Emotional Journey Through The iGENEA DNA Test & The Goodall Clan
Family name Goodall
I embarked on an emotional journey with iGENEA's DNA test witnessing a blend of excitement, surprise, awe, pride, humility, and gratitude. Unraveling the ancestral tale of the Goodall clan left me with a profound appreciation towards my heritage.
When I first decided to undergo a DNA test with iGENEA, I did not fully realize the emotional journey I was about to embark upon. Nevertheless, the experience has been one of the most profound, chilling and enlightening paths I have ever tread upon.
At first, there was a sense of excitement. The anticipation of receiving the test kit and submitting my DNA sample gave me butterflies. The thought of learning about my ancestry and the possibility of connecting with relatives across the globe was exhilarating.
When the kit arrived, it was straightforward to use and well designed. After I sent it back, the waiting period was filled with raw anticipation. But, when the results finally arrived, they evoked a complex mix of emotions.
When I first scrolled through the information, I was met with surprise. The detailed history of the Goodall clan, my family's lineage, was truly awe-inspiring. The Goodalls were not just a family but a story that extended hundreds of years back in history. I discovered that my roots run through Europe, a discovery that left me awestruck and filled me with a sense of pride.
There was also a sense of belonging. Our family name Goodall, which I carried without much thought, turned out to mean so much more. It is more than just a surname; it's a seal that binds me to my ancestors and validates my identity.
Along with pride was a sense of humility and gratitude. Knowing that I am just a small part of a large, interconnected web of individuals, who despite time and kilometre differences, are bound together by strands of DNA, was humbling. It made me respect the surname Goodall, the heritage it carries and the responsibility it entails in cherishing this legacy.
This entire journey has personally made me more understanding, open-minded, and respectful of my heritage and family history. The DNA test conducted by iGENEA has given me a greater appreciation of my family, the Goodall clan, and a deeper understanding of how interconnected we all are.
Z. Goodall