Recasting Identity and Heritage through iGENEA: A Personal Reflection as a Haskins
Family name Haskins
As a Haskins, I've always associated my identity with narrations passed down through generations. However, the iGENEA DNA test impacted my understanding of my roots dramatically.
The iGENEA DNA test has impacted my understanding of personal identity and heritage significantly. It sort of recast my erstwhile understanding of my lineage that centered on the surname Haskins. I thought it was solely about what my parents and grandparents told me. With this DNA test, I’ve been able to delve deeper into my ancestral past, understanding where my bloodlines really lead. Tangentially, the test has unveiled a more nuanced comprehension of my identity, one that extends beyond the realm of my immediate family, to embrace a larger and a more diverse gene pool. It has shaken my sense of self and roots, engendering a newfound respect and pride in the unfamiliar ancestry that the Haskins name was only a part of.
F. Haskins