Do you have an up-to-date listing of all your relatives and friends? Whether you use an electronic contact program or an old fashion address book, the beginning of the year is a great time to update those addresses and phone numbers. It’s easy to lose someone. All it takes is a single move and a busy life. Set aside an hour to go through your holiday cards and double-check the return addresses with the ones on your list. Next time you have a family history inquiry you’ll know exactly where to find your relatives.

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