Discovering My Roots & Redefining Identity: My Emotional Journey Through iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Leeper
Taking a DNA test can open doors into your personal history you never even knew existed. As I discovered through iGENEA, I'm more than just who I see in the mirror every day. I belong to a long lineage stretching back through centuries, all the way to the Scottish Leeper clan, a realization that added a new layer to my identity and relationship with my family.
DNA testing has always fascinated me and the prospect of discovering the story woven into my very genes is something that I found irresistible. That's why I decided to take the plunge and send my swab to iGENEA. Taking the test was effortless and straightforward. All you need is a simple cheek swab and a bit of patience to wait for the results. However, the emotions accompanying this journey are far from simple.
As soon as I sent the kit off, I was brimming with anticipation and curiosity. Intrigue turned into self-inquiry as I began to speculate about the secrets my DNA could reveal. From potential medical conditions to the prospect of meeting a long-lost cousin, it was a potpourri of emotions - excitement, curiosity, and even a tinge of apprehension.
However, it was the result that truly stirred my emotions. To my astonishment, my lineage traced back to the old Scottish surname Leeper. I was overwhelmed by an undeniable feeling of pride and wonder. To think I am part of something so magnificently vast as a lineage seeped in history, it was humbling and gratifying. Moreover, I detected a minor shift in my self-perception. I felt a dawning sense of belonging, a strong affinity towards a clan I hadn't known existed, the Leeper heritage.
Suddenly, we weren't just a common family living our lives, but we had become part of a grand narrative, an intricate tapestry linked to the past, present, and perhaps even the future. I was filled with awe and stunned by this unexpected connection to the Scottish soil and the lineage of Leeper.
Overall, my experience with iGENEA was monumental and deeply emotional. The DNA test enabled me to see myself through an entirely new lens and has influenced my view of my family and the Leeper name. It has instilled a newfound sense of wonder, identity, and belonging in me.
G. Leeper