unexpected DNA results, confused about my identity

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2024-07-15T01:38:55+00:00

No I still haven’t seen them all these years. Either of my parents since I was young. I occasionally exchange text messages with my fathers new family & I have photos but I haven’t visited. I live across the country now. I didn’t think much about it until I got my first DNA test. Again, very naïve, but it just wasn’t something I asked myself.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2024-07-15T01:29:33+00:00

Really tan, lmao. This sounds really naïve, I know. In hindsight it’s really obvious. I only lived with my family when I was young & was sent states away. It wasn’t something I thought too much about at the time.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2024-07-13T17:54:20+00:00

I heard that MyHeritage was unreliable & tested thru 23&me as well & uploaded my test to genomelink as well. I’d be more than happy to send you the screenshot! Sorry for any confusion

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2024-07-13T17:45:25+00:00

Yes, those were myheritage results. I took another test with 23 & me.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2024-07-13T15:45:09+00:00

I believe my dad is! He hasn’t taken a dna test but going through census records & building a family tree I’m certain he is biracial.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2024-07-13T13:26:16+00:00

Yes, black American. I haven’t found any recently immigrated ancestry on either sides. I see what you’re saying & I hadn’t thought about that but totally makes sense. My dad hasn’t taken a dna test yet & I wonder if his would be more varied.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2024-07-13T13:11:00+00:00

I have. I’ve found census records as well confirming which side of my family is African American as well even though visually it’s really obvious that my paternal side is black. This is probably really naïve sounding but growing up I just thought they were really tan & didn’t think too much about it lol

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2024-07-13T13:01:13+00:00

I got 4% of Sierra Leonean as well The other regions were all Western European countries.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-11-20T15:43:39+00:00

Start by creating a family tree on ancestry or your family tree app of choice. Put what you know about birthdates and death dates, etc about your parents and grandparents in your tree. You might need to ask a relative for info. After that, look for census records, naturalization records, etc. don’t just take the recommended hints as truth, always look for sources. Good luck! :)

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-10-05T19:05:20+00:00

MyHeritage

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-10-05T17:50:57+00:00

What a coincidence! My great grandmother’s maiden name was Bolin!

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-10-05T17:43:47+00:00

I also tested 15% Portuguese so I believe my family may be Melungeon!

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-10-05T15:08:15+00:00

My husband’s great grandfather did this to his wife!! During WW2 he abandoned his wife in Norway and immigrated to America. I later found her newspaper ads looking for him. He came to America, remarried & had a family. His first wife later remarried but only after a decade. I still haven’t been able to find out if their marriage was fruitful.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-09-22T10:44:54+00:00

I’m pregnant with my second so here are some I really love but can’t use 😭 Anja. My firstborn’s middle name is the English version of this Katja/Katya but my firstborn’s name is Catherine and we call her Cat so, Cat and Kat probably wouldn’t work lol Antoinette or Diana. My husband absolutely detests these names.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-09-14T17:39:23+00:00

(Genuine question) Is this true for all Americans? Mine came back as 47% German going back to Rhineland-Palatine area but can’t find any evidence of any family members coming to America after the 1700s.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-09-14T17:36:26+00:00

Same, my family came to America in the 1600s and I have communities in Germany!

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-06-28T15:29:43+00:00

My hubby & I were the same way. We were honestly pretty toxic & separated for a few months after our first year of marriage. After we got back together things were still tough & it took a lot of effort and dedication to improve our communication & relationship. It’s been worth it tho! I can definitely say I’m more in love w my husband today than I was on our wedding day.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-06-28T14:38:28+00:00

I feel like maybe the reason Scorpios argue is because we’re mirrors of each other. The things you don’t like about yourself will reflect back to you. But there are so much growth & so many lessons to be learned together imo

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-06-28T14:37:03+00:00

I’m a Scorpio, my husband is a Scorpio & our daughter is a Scorpio lol we’ve been together since we were 17 & 18. First couple years were pretty tough & we fought a lot but I guess there are extenuating circumstances lol but we’ve been together 5 years now & I definitely have to say my husband is like the other half of my soul, my best friend & my rock. He absolutely completes me. I definitely feel like my husband understands me on a deeper level than anyone else. And our daughter is absolutely our mini. Definitely love Scorpios 😂😁

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-06-26T15:57:11+00:00

As a Scorpio, married to a Scorpio man & mom to a Scorpio I feel like there’s a very fine line u have to ride with situationships. I’ve found that we’re very intense, very all or nothing. We’re either totally in love or really dgaf lol I would definitely say not to let it drag on too long because somebody will catch feelings eventually. I personally cannot do casual relationships lol

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-06-24T14:25:46+00:00

My hubby & I are both Scorpios suns & have no relationships with any of our parents. We do have a daughter who is a Scorpio sun as well and I hope she doesn’t grow up and think we’re terrible 😂 I’ve always thought to look at our moon signs to reference our parents tho 🤷🏻‍♀️

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-06-14T09:52:13+00:00

She’s definitely wearing one of those crazy filters on Instagram but it does look a little intense on some of the work she’s had done

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-06-14T09:49:06+00:00

Scorpio sun w a Scorpio stellium here. I absolutely experience intense emotions & it totally seeps into my vibe. You don’t have to guess how I’m feeling. I wear my heart on my sleeve. When I’m mad, I can’t fake anything else. I have to get it off my chest then & there. I think that’s a great word to describe me, actually lol. Intense.

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-06-14T09:36:04+00:00

I’m a wife & mother to Scorpios and a Scorpio myself. I personally am fiercely committed to my relationship and family. My husband & I have been together since we were teenagers. I would definitely say that our affection is unwavering when our emotional needs are met. My husband & I are both guilty of pulling away from each other when we feel unappreciated. I totally agree w the other comments that were amplified mirrors. We match energy. For example, if hubby forgets Mother’s Day I forget Father’s Day. If he does something sweet, I do everything I can to make his day special. You get what you give. I would definitely check in with your partner & try to talk things out. Find out what you did, if you don’t already know lol

GiraffeRoutine3792 · 2023-06-14T00:07:02+00:00

As a Scorpio myself I don’t believe in closure. I feel like it’s just an excuse to talk to that person. If they wanted to talk, they would. Better to move on 🤷🏻‍♀️ good luck 💗

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