iGENEA DNA Test: An Emotional Journey through Time and Rogers' Lineage
Family name Rogers
Undergoing a DNA test with iGENEA unfolds a rollercoaster ride, from heightened anticipation to broadened perspectives. The test results reveal fascinating insights into family lineage and the significance of the common surname, Rogers.
My initial experience with iGENEA was full of anticipation, curiosity and slight nervousness. As I unsealed the package with the kit, my heart rate unnoticeably surged. This amalgamation of feelings derived from my anxiety for the unknown yet exhilarating possibilities the test's results may yield. In essence, I was about to uncover many layers of my past, and that millisecond moment when I pressed the swab against the inner layer of my cheek felt almost surreal.
As the days proceeded, I found myself frequently musing on the possible results. I kept asking myself, "Was I truly prepared to dive into the depths of the universe contained within my DNA?" All this while, my surname, Rogers, a bequeather of identity, was all that linked me to my roots— it was a comfortable and familiar symbol of belonging. I started digging into the origins of the surname Rogers and found it to be of Anglo-Saxon origin and a popular surname in the UK and the US. This sparked an interest in me and further stoked the keen anticipation for the test's results.
When the results finally arrived, a wave of emotions washed over me; surprise, relief, joy, and a profound sense of connection. It was a strange experience to see my inner universe mapped out in front of me, statistically painting the history of generations before me. I discovered my lineage stemmed beyond borders and time, my DNA having traces from prehistoric Europe to modern-day America. A small part of me felt unsettlingly disoriented at first, yet a deeper sense of belonging enveloped me soon after.
On learning that the surname Rogers was connected to 'Rogier' originating from Old German, meaning 'famous spear,' my perception of my present changed dramatically. I felt deeply honored to bear a name that echoed past glories. The revelation evoked in me a sense of responsibility to continue the storyteller tradition, ensuring each generation knows its roots and carries forth the legacy handed down to them.
iGENEA’s DNA test has broadened my perspective in ways I never anticipated. It kindled in me primitive feelings of kinship and a novel sense of belonging that transcends geopolitical boundaries. This experience has infused layers of depth into my understanding of my family and surname, deepening my appreciation of the countless generations before me that culminate in my existence. It's a story I am thrilled to be a part of, a story I'll proudly pass onto future generations.
T. Rogers