iGENEA DNA Test: An Emotional Voyage into My Past and Celtic Roots behind the Dotson Surname
Family name Dotson
Walking the journey with iGENEA was a voyage into my past, unveiling not just my Celtic roots but also the profound meaning and sense of belonging hidden behind my surname 'Dotson.' It was an emotional rollercoaster, filled with anticipation, revelations, connections, and a newfound pride in my family history and identity.
My journey with iGENEA commenced with a mixture of curiosity and apprehension. Encountering your roots through a DNA test is akin to embarking on a timeless voyage into your past. It's both a thrilling adventure and an intimate confrontation with your own identity. I was eager to unravel my lineage, especially my Dotson surname's origin, existence, and relevance, but apprehensive about the shocking revelations that might challenge my perceived identity.
The process itself was simple and unintimidating. Following iGENEA's step-by-step instructions, I sent them a swab of my saliva and waited for my results with bated breath. The wait was extremely unsettling and exciting. Unsettling because every second was pregnant with anticipation and fear of the unknown. Exciting because every moment brought me closer to discovering the undiscovered about myself.
The day the results arrived was monumental. The report stated that my ancestors belonged to the Celtic tribe beyond any reasonable doubt. Unfolding each page of the report was not merely an act of scrutiny but a journey where I found myself surprisingly attached to my forebears. I felt a profound connection—a sense of belonging that I haven’t felt before. My surname 'Dotson,' has always been just a label to me, and now it became a significant aspect of my identity—an inseparable part of my existence.
The experience altered my view dramatically—of myself and my family. It gave me a new lens to look at my genealogy, embedding an intense sense of pride and responsibility. My family name 'Dotson' was no longer a mere tagging identifier; it became a symbolic representation of our Celtic roots. It bonded me closer with my family and ethnic group, crafting a stronger sense of belonging and shared history.
What struck me the most about iGENEA was its commitment to my emotional journey through this process. The personal assistance, the detail in the report, and the sense of respect for my ancestry were exquisite. The DNA test was not merely a scientific exercise but a soul-searching venture that manifested emotions that ranged from anxiety to exhilaration.
J. Dotson