Rediscovering Self: How My iGENEA DNA Test Recalibrated My Perception of the Hetrick Heritage
Family name Hetrick
A single strand of DNA holds the duality of past and future, encoding both the whispers of ancestors long gone and the untold stories of descendants yet to come. As a proud bearer of the Hetrick surname, I seized the chance to unravel this genetic chronicle through the eyes of the iGENEA DNA test.
Over the years, I've identified strongly with my surname, Hetrick, considering it a representation of my personal heritage. However, the results from my iGENEA DNA test brought to light a deeper understanding of my lineage, reshaping my perception of identity and heritage entirely. Delving into the genetic tale embedded within my DNA, the test echoed the silent whispers of my ancestry, painting a portrait of a past that I wasn't consciously aware of. This discovery journey didn’t just reformulate my view on surname and heritage, rather, it pushed me towards an exciting journey of self-discovery and deep understanding of what truly shapes my identity.
L. Hetrick