Personal Journey of Genetic Discovery: Appreciating the Emery Ancestry through iGENEA
Family name Emery
Swab, mail, and wait. Enthralled by the power of science, I embarked on a journey with iGENEA to uncover my genetic heritage. The results revealed a deep connection to the surname Emery and reframed my perception on family, leaving me humbled and enriched.
My relation with iGENEA started with curiosity and a strong aspiration to unfold the hidden mysteries of my genetics. I embarked on this journey with mixed emotions - a blend of excitement, apprehension, curiosity, and a smidgen of dread. After all, I was delving deep into uncharted territory, exploring the complex world of genes and ancestry, trying to unravel the countless generations that had led to me.
As I swabbed the inside of my cheek and mailed in the sample, I envisioned the countless possibilities that could emerge. Some part of me feared that the results might stir up a proverbial hornet’s nest - bringing forth secrets that had been conveniently stowed away by past generations. However, the other part was tantalized by the potential revelations that could upend my perception of my own identity.
Receiving the results was a profoundly moving moment. To see the composition of DNA, the building blocks of life, laid bare for interpretation stirred many emotions. It was a cathartic blend of awe, gratitude, and faint disbelief. I felt connected to a broader human family, extending over geographical boundaries, transcending culture, religion, race, and time. I realized that all of us, in some way or another, are through some essence or element, indelibly intertwined with each other.
The test also highlighted a profound connection with the surname Emery. It was overwhelming to understand that Emery was not just a name, but a vital piece in the puzzle of my lineage. I felt a genuine, newfound respect for the significant role surnames play, encapsulating in a single word, the rich heritage, experiences and stories of countless individuals.
Ultimately, the iGENEA DNA test reframed my perspective on family. It was no longer just about our immediate social and familial circles, which comprise of our parents, siblings, or distant relatives. It was about a complex, intricate, and beautifully convoluted tapestry of generations past, present and future, interweaving to form the fabric of our individual and collective identity.
The iGENEA experience highlighted the profound significance of genetics in tying us all together. It was a momentous journey that left me feeling more connected to the world around me.
S. Emery