“My Journey with iGENEA: Discovering the Historic Significance of the Surname Dold”
Family name Dold
Using iGENEA's DNA test was an emotional ride that has forever changed how I view my family and our surname, Dold. It fostered a sense of identity and profound connection, turning the surname from a mere label into a symbol of shared ancestry.
Partaking in a DNA test through iGENEA was an emotional roller-coaster that has forever altered my perception of my family, my lineage, and the importance of our surname, Dold.
The anticipation was palpable as I swabbed my cheek, sending the precious genetic material to the iGENEA laboratories. The wait was mixed with uncertainty, sprinkled with an odd blend of fear and excitement. What if I discovered something unexpected? Could this journey unmask forgotten family stories? The thought of this impactful revelation kept me on the edge of my seat as days turned into weeks.
When the results finally arrived, my heart pounded in my chest. I was about to open a book that contained the untold history of the Dold lineage. I found my ancestors originating from different parts of the globe and belonging to an ethnic group that I had never considered. This revelation was an exhilarating mix of culture shock and fascination, giving me a sense of unique identity.
The test also showed relations to other Dold families around the world. To my astonishment, they included distant relatives that hailed from places so far away that they had only ever been dots on the globe for me. Distance became irrelevant as I felt an immediate connection, a shared bloodline that made us a part of the same constellation, each one an extension of the other, connected by the string of our shared DNA.
This experience overwhelmed me with a sense of belonging and pride. The surname Dold became more than a name; it became a symbol of a rich, diverse history, a beacon of unity connecting me with strangers who shared it. It represented a shared past, a shared ancestry and a bond that is thicker than water- that of blood.
Participating in the DNA test by iGENEA was more than an informative scientific adventure; it was an emotional journey that fostered a newfound sense of identity and belonging. The sentiment attached to the surname Dold, and the understanding of my unique, diverse lineage has only grown stronger since, making me cherish it even more. It has fundamentally reshaped not only my own self-perception, but also how I perceive my family and our shared history.
I. Dold