January Favorites & My Shocking DNA Results - 2019

Hello! ( 15:21 DNA Begins) I have some great January Favorites - Dry Skin, hair loss products and treatment for frizzy hair....chapped red skin... and a sentimental journey....it's all here and Desi too :) This was one amazing week...DNA results...my Mom's heartbreak....a shocking turn...and getting to know my family again. Thank you so much Laura Bowhead....I just love you and your channel and I am ready to read that fantastic book!!!
Thank you for your prayers for Bill in Hospice…another rough week….love you always, Susan & Desi
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[@alikacerto2280]

You are so beautiful. Inside and out. When Fridays come I look forward to receiving that notification from you! Your voice and your soft laughter are so soothing. And Susan, your camera and editing skills are so good! I am so thankful for your videos! I don't always comment but I always watch. Sometimes I rewatch because your videos just make me feel good. I hope you have a wonderful week!

[@MiddleEastMilli]

Oh my darling! Where do I begin? First you look so very, very lovely today! And I am extremely thankful you made it through Polar Vortex of 2019. In SE Michigan, we were warned of wind chill up to -50 degrees and I had to scamper around to see if my antifreeze would make it, but it was ok, thank God! All my windows had to be covered and I used thick cardboard to block the heavy winds that whipped the side of my high rise building. Wow! Anyhow, I think this was the funniest and cutest video you have done ever! Do you think your lack of interaction with people helps you to store up funnier things to say? LOL! Anyway, I am so happy for you finding family! This is remarkable! I imagined you with different garb.....and the influence Ireland might have had on your music!!!! You would have melted every heart in your town for sure! Lots of love sweet pea!

[@LittlePoet]

Thank you so much for your kind words and I am so happy we made it through the Polar Vortex! I am so happy to think I make you smile! Not everybody thinks I'm so funny!!!! Love you my friend! Sues & The Dez

[@JanasSpace]

My Beautiful Susan..so behind I am watching videos....Happy belated birthday to you...the best of great health only , and peace of mind I wish you. Your emotions were beautiful and real....I cried with you....one thinks we have heard and seen it all...but life will always pull something out of its sleeve....it is all happy ending though and you have entered a new waters...take the best out of it...love always ..Jana..xoxo.heading to the next video of yours..

[@LittlePoet]

Oh Jana....you remind me to be better...and take a breath and renew...xxxoo I have missed you!

[@cindibarber3354]

I'm so excited for you to connect with this whole new family! Anxious to hear some more stories as you hear them. You will know your dad very soon. Love you and Desi, Cindi xoxo

[@angelajanelomax5540]

Oo Belated Happy Birthday Beautiful ...Desi too cute 💖💗💝🐕🐾🐾 My skins gone Crazy too. Clarins Santal Huile Santal . And Niacinamide too.. I have pores, never havexx So Brave for a woman of that time. WoW

[@JenniferGaines]

I'm trying to figure out a way to contact you directly, but apparently I'm not smart enough to figure it out :) Your ancestry results made me think of a picture I wanted to share with you.

[@dawnclarke3235]

Your home is lovely, so "homey". You look so pretty in Pink and your skin, Oh my, it's glowing! What a story, tell us the whole thing!! I hope you get to meet your half brother soon. This is so exciting, do you feel like a different person now? I would. I have a feeling that if you keep investigating with your family.......you will find more about your father. I hope so, for your sake. So, I'll tune in next week same time and channel to hear more.

[@RandomLifeProductions]

Sometimes, we learn so much about our parents later on in life, and realise how brave they actually are. In the 1970’s my mother left me and my siblings due to domestic violence, she was considered a Scarlet woman, and looked down upon. This month is the 40th anniversary of my fathers suicide and she was blamed for that by his family and put through hell by his family. I never quite realised until recently quite how remarkable a person she was. This search is your journey into getting to know her and finding your father. This is going to be an amazing journey for you. Finding about your past is interesting. My great grandmother in the 1940’s owned a boarding house and took in evacuees. My great grandmother on a father’s side was an artist who lived on a boat. I hope you have a great week.

[@v8v83838]

Awesome story Susan. I’m blessed to have the ability to travel a good bit and in my travels both here in the U.S. and aboard I’m constantly reminded of the courage our fore fathers and mothers had. We take so much for granted, but while trekking across the mid west in my air conditioned car doing 75 mph on a paved highway, I often think about the pioneers who did it on foot and in chuck wagons...not knowing what lied ahead for them. During this time when so often we only hear negative things about our amazing country...Im am so proud to be American and so thankful for all the men and women that brought about my freedom, my liberties, my luxuries, my life. Thank you for sharing your beautiful story and I look forward to watching the saga as it unfolds.

[@libbylife7161]

I love the Irish people! Very exciting that you are mostly Irish! Strong and brave people. My children have Irish in them. God bless you! Stay warm!

[@staroliva6502]

Love your story it brought tears to my eyes. We are all immigrants from somewhere. Beautiful and brave story. Beautiful country Ireland i had the opportunity to visit last year it was amazing. Great friendly people In 🇮🇪 Ireland.

[@donnastephenson3865]

Happy Birthday again. This weather incredible! I bought a DNA kit but have been afraid to send it back so I will follow your courage and go for it. Thank you Susan. Hugs Donna🐣

[@SweetThing]

Welcome to the Celtic family! I am 60% Irish. My family came from County Antrim and County Kerry. I have had my DNA done through Ancestry and found hundreds of cousins. The Irish famine or the "The Great Hunger" was genocide really; the food was there, but the English wouldn't allow the Irish to have it. They literally tried to wipe out the Irish race through starvation. The greatest areas of Ireland affected were the West and the South. About one million people died and a million more emigrated from Ireland, wiping out 20% to 25% of the population. There are lots of good books I have read on this subject. I know my family Coat of Arms. Erin Go Bragh! (Ireland Forever).

[@bittersweet6507]

Sweet Thang I, too, am part of that migration chain that began during the Great Hunger. My sweet mother, who loved all things Irish, never got to visit her home land. She grew up hearing many stories that were handed down and she tried her best to pass them along to me and my siblings. I was fortunate enough to visit Ireland the year after she died and I felt an amazing connection to the country. It was so good to hear of Little Poet's discovery and the feelings of pride she has for her brave Irish ancestors. ☘️💚☘️ - Susan in Maryland

[@sandraoppenheimer464]

It’s amazing how with dna tests and social media we can now find long lost family. My husband was from a German orphanage after the war ,adopted and brought to the states. Years later through dna and FB research found a deceased mother , a deceased brother, a 1/2 brother and sister and other extended family which now he is in touch with after over sixty years .He also found his birth father and more family who didn’t want to meet him and his twin brother. Enjoy this journey .

[@maryreed2619]

Happy, Happy Belated Birthday Susan! 🎂 We are beginning to come out of the bitter cold and could be up to sixty degrees for a day. February is a funny month here. Could be snowy, could be mild. My son was born in February and we were in the hospital for four weeks after I gave birth to him and I remember a few very warm days in the eighties. N.Y.C. and Jersey is unpredictable. It's so exciting you have a half brother. It's also exciting that you are Irish. I'm 100 percent Irish and I celebrate big with my grandchildren. I wish you the best of everything in your heritage journey. I have a strong belief in God and always feel he will guide me. You and Desi have a wonderful week. Keep as warm and toasty as you can. xoxo Mary

[@EllaDonna59]

Wow, Susan. I look forward to hear your ancestors stories. Happy belated birthday. You always look lovely, but you are glowing in this video. Pink is your color. 🎂🍀

[@melsarnese1650]

I thought you said you are Italian

[@ramonasmithson439]

I understand my family came from Ireland about the same time. You can understand why people are coming here from central America for the same reasons our grandparents did. We are all immigrants from somewhere.

[@hummingbirdlvr5189]

Hi Susan! I am so happy for you in finding a half-brother! Start with writing him a letter, introducing yourself and tell him about your mother, should he be interested. (Maybe that is why he took a test!) More than likely, he will be thrilled. I am also so happy that you want to know more about your family. We are grateful for each generation that sacrificed so much to gain a better life for themselves and their families. The potato famine was horrible and they made it out!! Learn more & share it with your grandson. It's all about our families and love. ♥

[@debismith2802]

OMGosh, the DNA results are amazing........I might have to look into that.....and I must say you look just glowing today....maybe the pink on you? And yes, so happy the bitter cold we had is finally over....warming up now....I'm in lower MI....Hillsdale county....Litchfield......I too am fighting the "extra dry skin" also....but also just got over shingles that was on my right forehead and scalp....so that now is peeling....I look just a mess.....anyway....am in love with your story about family...can't wait for more......hugs

[@MyLifeWendy]

Hi Susan! Happy Belated Birthday!! Thank you so much for sharing you DNA results with us.. It really means a lot and maybe gives us hope an courage to do the same.. Have a wonderful weekend!! Love ya!!

[@meredithwilson4357]

Absolutely fascinating video, Susan! I've been to Ireland twice and have been so moved by the stories of the potato famine and the people travelling to the USA in famine ships in deplorable conditions. Those stories deeply touch me as does yours. I can't wait to watch the rest of your videos on this subject. Well, actually I love watching any of your videos. xoxo

[@cynthiahicks1909]

Wow LittlePoet- you and I have a lot in common. My ancestors came from Norway but through Canada to Jackson Michigan. I've always been crazy blond chick! haha

[@patriciaseier2800]

Wow. I absolutely love your home. And that precious Desi is just too much. Your sense of humor is great too. I know, this winter is horrible.

[@lindakurtz2653]

I always tell folks not to do the dna testing unless you can handle surprises. Lots of surprises! I found a half uncle and a half sister of my husband’s. As a genealogist,I’ve so enjoyed finding out the stories of my ancestors. And being able to better understand the impact their life experiences had on them and sometimes on me. Fascinating.

[@MillieonaVespa]

Welcome to the tribe you lovely lady ..wishing you much love from Dublin Ireland the land of Poets Saints and scholars 🇮🇪 One million Irish died in the Famine another million left on the coffin Ships as they called to the US,

[@EverydayEeverydayyyye]

You look like your cheeks are glowing 😍

[@sandyherman4893]

I do know what your feeling,I went on a life trip something like yours.....I found out my family wasnt my family until layer in life...my real dad died 3 months before I was born...so I do feel the lost but the love at the same time

[@lornaf3655]

It struck me how, on a personal and global level, history can keep repeating itself. Happy Belated Birthday.

[@cherylniday5821]

Belated Happy Birthday to you, Susan! 🎈🎉🎂🎉🎈 Your story just sounds amazing! We certainly take our lives of "ease" for granted, don't we? Sounds like your great-great grandmother was an amazingly strong woman! Now we know where your strength comes from! And you look so great in this video! My youngest daughter is going to knit me a sweater (she's amazingly talented!) and I told her pink, grey and cream. Now I'm going to change it to pink, GREEN and cream! You look so rosy and soft and feminine! My, goodness! 😍 Many hugs for you and Desi! Stay warm! OOOXXX !

[@homehelpheart7440]

My dear friend, I am so delighted for you to have this information from ancestry! I love that you have found cousins and a half brother and that you have learned the story of your people your ancestors. What an amazing story it was! Can't wait to hear more about it! ❤

[@susanmulvey6311]

Happy belated Birthday!! 🎂🎉 Here In Oregon it's very damp, so it's great for our skin. At my age though, my skin still get dry, so after my showers the lotion comes!!! Hello to Dezi!! ❤️🐶

[@TheBakingDiva]

Hi Susan......It was so interesting hearing you talk about your ancestors and where they came from. You must be anxious to meet your half brother. You are now part of a family you never knew you had 😊 It’s very cold here in NJ too. A section of my poor son’s ceiling in the kitchen collapsed today and flooded the entire kitchen. Water in the cabinets, food ruined, sheetrock and insulation all over the floor from a pipe that burst 😫 The water ran downstairs and flooded his laundry room and part of the basement. Thank goodness my grandson got home from school and saw it and called his dad and us. What a mess! He’s waiting for the insurance person to come and see it before he can begin cleaning it up. This cold is very dangerous. I have a feeling I know where I will be tomorrow. He needs a lot of help cleaning everything up☹️ Stay warm and I look forward to hearing more about your long lost family 😍 Hugs, Dolores

[@daisyjo5358]

O gee well welcome to the Irish family 😉 an to think you always refer to being Italian 😁 I’m so happy for you An it’s so wonderful to see your world unfold ❤️ Can’t wait to here of the travel an the Vetting story of what people went threw to become Americans ❤️❤️

[@JoBisbee]

Susan, Happy Birthday! You should take a trip to Ireland. I went to Ireland and Scotland for 16 days in 2016. Both countries were absolutely gorgeous. We were on a bus tour and had a wonderful tour guide who told us all about the famine. It wasn't just the pototoes that went bad, it was all the food. Soo many people died. Their pubs are amazing and of course the music is wonderful, especially if there is a dancer clogging. If you do go and want a bus tour please look into the cietours.com. They have been running Irish tours for 90 years.They are based out of Chicago. Everything is included, no having to pay extra for this or that like some companies. Kiss your fur baby for me.

[@mariesmith5510]

Happy Birthday Susan. I’m so happy for you. Praying you can get to meet your half brother soon. And learn who your father is. Praying you get to have a relationship with all of your family members. It’s all so exciting. You look absolutely beautiful, and your skin is glowing. You and Desi stay warm. He’s such a cutie. Looking forward to hearing more of yours and your families story next week. Lots of love and hugs! 💕

[@graceplace5033]

I'm still rooting for Desi to look at the camera... come on, boy, you can do it! Congratulations on getting your Ancestry results and connecting with new family members. My dad came from Apartheid South Africa and I've always been in awe of his bravery -- leaving home with almost nothing, going to medical school in Geneva and learning French at the same time -- but the older I get the more I appreciate the hardships and struggles both he and my mother (came from Nazi Germany) faced. Somehow I became the keeper of the family photos so I am scanning and restoring them and putting everything together in a book for the nieces, nephews and (future) grandbabies. They may not appreciate it now but I think they will someday. All this is to say that I think telling your family's story is great! I read a quote once... something to the effect of each of us being the result of a thousand loves. Isn't that a beautiful thought? Wishing you all the best.

[@Lana0624]

I'm looking forward to hearing more of your family story. Love to you and Desi xo

[@christinaroche9616]

Hi Susan, i'm Irish. Yes you are talking about the Famine in Ireland, dreadful time. Thank you for the video.

[@thatswhatisaidCA]

Susan! Wow, sounds like you have a very diverse family tree and big surprises, some really exciting stuff! I want to share something I found out cuz you might not know (few people do) and it might be relevant, that the DNA tests are an educated "guess" and only 50-90% accurate (check the fine print of yours). Just saw a t.v. news story on it, and it was rather shocking (and disappointing). I did 22andme about 1/2 year ago, and from what I know, it was pretty accurate, no surprises, ha. But know that they are not 100% and are more.... "general". Hope this helps. And Happy Birthday to you; make it a Birthday Month, and have a great year ahead!!! Hugs! Stay cozy!

[@julievenus3670]

I'm binge watching your videos as a new subscriber. I absolutely love you 💜. I have to comment on my discovery. Here in VERY DRY Colorado, I've been using Weleda Skin Food. I'm now using only that on my hands and now face. My parched, 62 yo face has responded in a positive way as not only a moisturizer, but no need for primer..you are also right about a humidifier 💜 love this video. Ty!

[@notanoshow]

So, you didn't know you have a half brother until your ancestry results?

[@donnagalvan1047]

Maybe your half brother has a picture of your dad

[@timothysherreyehler5095]

Sorry I missed your special day. Happy Birthday Susan! It's been a crazy week here, weather-wise. Three days ago, it felt like -38C (-36.4F); now it's 0C (32F) and raining! The Maui Moisture Butter sounds divine! I've wanted to do the ancestry test for a very long time, but I don't know what information you receive. I'm adopted, so I find it so intriguing. Did you get told about your half brother by ancestry.com? My friend found out she had an older sister, after her Mom had passed away. She reached out to her, and they are true kindred spirits now! They travel back and forth to see each other. Her sister lives in the same province as me, and I keep in touch with both of them through Facebook. I've met her sister several times. I hope Bill is comfortable, and at peace, Susan. I hope you have a lovely week.Sending my love, and hugs, Sherrey🎀💗🎀

[@FrenchTwist]

O'Keefe's Lip Repair worked wonders to heal my parched, burning lips when out temps were WAY below zero in Ohio. Combined with Blistex Lip Serum was a quick and amazing result. My lips never felt better. My 2 pet chickens Yvette and Lillian came in for a couple of nights. They had a wonderful time following me around the house. They found where the warm air was blowing in from and sat in front of the heating vent whatever room I was in. They also love admiring themselves when they hopped up on the vanity and primped in front of the bathroom mirror.

[@judyberends4586]

Desi is looking toward the camera .Your home is so warm & inviting .Thank you for your beautiful 😃 smile.Happy belated Birthday.My sister has her bday on Mon. the 4th & mine is Sun.Feb.10 th. I'm like you sentimental , sensitive and a little bit a loner.I love your video's. Thank you for sharing your beauty ideas. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.My grandson bought Great shampoo & conditioner from the salon. It has lavender & tea tree oil. It is so wonderful & smell so clean & fresh. My hair is natural platinum now at almost 73. It is so easy now . A little wave finally. Thank you for your video today. I really needed a cheer up. Thank you again. I will watch you again. I love make up bc it brightens me up bc I'm so pale . Bless you . Stay safe & warm.🐶🎁😍🎈💝 I hope you find your brother and you are happy meeting him. You are close to finding out the secrets. I have some Irish in me .I didn't know they went into so much detail. Best wishes to you and your family ..so nice to find our relatatives at our ages.I reunited with cousins ( some I just met on Facebook ) .All over the country, but mostly in Mich.,Wis.& Fla. Some here in So.California.

[@susanmoore369]

Belated happy birthday....can't wait to hear more about your dna results....will be very interesting..can't believe it showed you a half brother. I know nothing about that stuff, but I have to say my son just got back his results from a kit his wife bought him from Christmas...and he has so much Irish ....it blew my mind really...I was told my great grandmother on my dads side was Cherokee ....I know I have to have that in my dna...I can get a tan sitting on my porch in the shade..and if I walk to my mailbox I will get tan lines from my clothes....I have a dark skin tone with and I turn a reddish brown from the sun. So I would love to really know mine..maybe someday...much love to you and desi....xoxo

[@loriharris6040]

Cute , warm sweater Desi and Happy belated birthday!

[@careybarrett2090]

A lovely story. Everyone needs to know who they are and where they come from. Best of Luck on your search. From Limerick, Ireland

[@ladyw605]

WOW...I didn't realize that Ancestry.com could provide such information...I cannot even imagine how you are feeling...!!! I also CANNOT imagine how you take Desi out to do his business in such weather...!!! Will Desi use a "pee-pee pad"...? Being a little boy, I don't know how he could.🤔...I bought some of them to see if Gracie would use them on rainy days and she just looks at it the pad on the floor, and then looks at me as if to say "woman, you are CRAZY if you think I am going to pee and poop on that piece of quilted paper"...LOL...🤪😂. I simply don't see how your skin survives that kind of cold weather, either...We haven't been below 20 degrees here and I am dry and chapped all over...not to mention my stiff joints...!!! Please...PLEASE be careful out in this kind of weather...!!!!!!!!

[@LittlePoet]

I just love you Wanda so much! I hope we can chat soon!

[@charlottemann3352]

Wow! thanks for sharing. I love your videos and I think the ancestry ones you plan to do will be fascinating ! We could all write such interesting stories if we only knew our whole ancestry. I too was surprised with my DNA results. I am lucky that my Mother's genealogy has been traced back to 11th century Scotland. My actual maternal grandfather was a Union soldier in the Civil War! I know that sounds impossible but the math and the records prove out. It is all such an unexpected and fascinating journey. Much love to you my friend.

[@sharonkay2674]

Wow - I'd be crying too if I found out the information you did. It must be exciting though - something to look forward to. I'm not sure if I want to have my DNA test done. I have ancestors from Sweden, Russia, Ireland, Alaska, and who knows where else. It will be exciting to follow you in your search for relatives. Happy belated Birthday, Susan. Take care. I love that doggie of your's - so cute!

[@catheyrestaino5110]

Happy birthday Susan. Yes I also live in Michigan so I feel your pain with the weather. I am waiting for my DNA to come back. So happy for your results so far and finding your half brother. Thanks for sharing your results with us and keep us updated on how your search is going. Love ya Cathey

[@fayaaberg7640]

Just found your channel, happy birthday, and congrats on finding your ancestry. You are a beautiful lady. Love your home and the coziness it makes me feel. Where did you get your earrings they are lovely. Thanks for sharing.

[@silverthorn2814]

Wow Susan what a revelation you had, the kind that takes your breath away. You now know you come from strong strong women, that is a beautiful thing, you look just beautiful,and well Desi is so handsome, i just love your stories and suggestions, thankyou for being you, have a warm safe weekend, have you ever listen to the music of Celtic Woman just beautiful, i think you would really enjoy their music xoxoxoxoxo

[@debsoz1]

Well in the old days they used to say brush your hair 100 or more strokes for healthy hair. 😘

[@gigics1612]

🥳 Happy belated birthday, sweet one! For just a brief second, The Dez DID look directly into the camera! He is such a charmer! Prayers for Bill... and you continue. Difficult days, yet God and His love surround you both. Oh my... what results from THE test! What an emotional journey of knowledge and understanding you are on. Your personal world is expanding at warp speed! I feel honored that you would share your journey with me, and I anxiously await each installment of your unfolding story. I sincerely hope your introduction to your half brother is one that ushers in joy, and peace. Who knows, perhaps, the two of you may come to develop a true, fulfilling relationship. I wish you only the best. -Hugs

[@light-yi2me]

I am fascinated by DNA testing ! I like to do that although I know all my roots! However, I thought you are Italian ? Most of Irish people migrated to USA because of famine which was partly artificial and it’s a well known fact that is well researched and documented in history pages! You have an interesting life girl! Your life is full of surprises and that is good, no boredom for you my friend ❤️🌹

[@mariacarpitella2286]

Oh Susan. I loved this video. My daughter got me a DNA Ancestry Test for Christmas. I will be taking it this week. I didn’t know it was this in depth. Yes, please share your Ancestry finds with us. I find the subject truly fascinating. You are such a sensitive caring and loving person. I would love knowing more about your lineage. Love you Susan❤️ P.S. Desi is just too darn cute.

[@cindymaulden2226]

great video, desi is a sweetheart, I know why you love him so much. your voice is so calming

[@juliefizpatrick513]

Hi Susan:). My great grandparents came from Ireland too! I was handed down a humpback trunk that they had packed all their belongings in when my mother passed years ago. It was full of my treasures and many quilts. Unfortunately it too was ruined in the flood. But I cherished it for many years and I think about it often. How exciting you have found family on ur father’s side! I’m still trying to start from the beginning of ur story but new videos come up in my notifications so I can’t resist-and watch. I have extremely thick hair and I got Covid and lost about 75% of it but it finally all came back. Have a wonderful day with ur precious Desi😊🤗💛🌷

[@1955dmb]

Desi is just too cute. Today, at the end of the video, I had a feeling I knew what he was thinking. He loves you to the moon and back, but he thinks you are talking to Mr. Nobody. He is trying not to be concerned and yet it is troubling him that you are talking to people who aren't in the room. I am really enjoying selecting videos of yours to watch.

[@mysticallavish1360]

How brave your ancestors were! That's such a heart touching story! I love watching so many of your videos even from years past! 💕🌹

[@LittlePoet]

Thank you so much! You are so sweet...thank you...xxoo Susan

[@corakearney8333]

Susan, I only found you recently, but I knew you were of Irish descent because of your sensitivity. Proud you are one of us.☘️☘️☘️🇮🇪

[@amberwolf1023]

Hey sweetie I am new to your channel and I’m loving it you’re beautiful and amazing

[@theresaowenshull1731]

Susan, Happy Belated Birthday! Wow! I can see how your DNA results would be shocking! I want to ask what foundation you are wearing? It is beautiful!

[@LifewithLillie23]

Susan I loved your favorites, but OH SUES, I love hearing about your results!!! I can't wait for you to talk more about this!!! I have to tell you I had you Irish in my mind! Love you and Desi and look forward to hearing more!!!! We need to talk! About the irish thing!!! On days you are feeling week, just think of that grandmother!!

[@barbarafauver9843]

Hello SUsan! I am binge watching all your videos and i love them all...but this one is by far the best ever....! So happy that you found your half brother and the pictures are amazing.......!

[@margaretbyrne8589]

Belated happy birthday Susie can't wait to hear your tales on your ancestors I have Irish in me and visited Ireland many, many times in the last thirty odd years they are the greatest story tellers glad to be part of them - they are fascinating. Love to you and Desi the budding makeup artist!!

[@pandemicpat8382]

My Great Grandfather came from Ireland also because of the potato famine. My Grandpa was born in 1899 here in the US. So many stories. I'm glad your sharing yours. 😊

[@Sherrie561]

Michigan politician? I’m from SE Michigan. Would love to hear about him when you can share. How exciting.

[@stephaniemunk2862]

I'm pretty new to your videos, so I'm back and forth catching up on them I recently found out my heritage is Irish too. Same circumstances Read the book Weavers Legacy..about a young Irish immigrant. It will keep you on edge. My Great Grandmothers story is about the same. I found her love letters to my Great Grandfather. Sure wish I was close to share similarities with you.

[@donnakollar3157]

Come on Desi, that was my idea. What does your mom need to do to get you to look at that thing, called a camera”? Your favorite toy?

[@LittlePoet]

He takes a peak!!! LOL Happy new week to you!!!! xxoo Love from me and The Dez

[@ladylibertywdc8324]

The Irish faced the Great Irish Potato Famine; a fungus rendered potato crops inedible. Be proud of your Irish heritage. My family also has Irish on my father's maternal side - have all of UK covered w our DNA. Godspeed!

[@jacquelinedonoghue2135]

What a beautiful eclectic video Susan. So very touching. Yes the poor, poor Irish people boiled potato skins to feed their families, they had nothing, but they were brave and full of courage and love. Lessons to be learnt for sure. God bless . U.k subscriber 🌸

[@karenhill3970]

Dear Susan Little Poet" got f WATCH ing v enjoyd immense ly..my ph actiin uupppp..wanttt tto sayyy moooorrrreeee

[@lindaparra6002]

Thank you for sharing your ancestry.com adventure. My Brother will be 93 next month and continues to talk about Family that I’ve never known because I was born when he was already grown. You’ve ignited something in me to check it out before he checks out. I hope you meet your brother. Blessings!

[@CampMom2012]

Like you, my family (58%) came from Ireland. And you're correct that we fled hardship and faced discrimination. But at least we were given that chance. Today, so many immigrants fleeing poverty and worse are told "no more room at the inn". I implore you to consider our white privilege as you tell your story. Thanks for considering and bless you.

[@maryjo8752]

🎊🎉🎁🎂🌺🌸🎈🎈🎈🎈. Happy Late Birthday 🥳☺️✨✨✨🎈🎈🎈🎈

[@karenhill3970]

Oh my gosh.only hav ph as computr..sorry s manyy typos..did u evrr find ur Father was? Love fr Texas KAREN💜💜🐶

[@margaretmolyneaux7245]

🌟🍀Love from ireland 🍀🌟🌹

[@dvf4550]

My young 3rd great grandfather came to the USA with his ten years older sister from Ireland during the great potato famine and had a good and successful life here. Just discovered your channel and subscribed. Am also an older divorced, single woman so am enjoying binge watching your videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@dianejohanson98]

I thought you said your ancestors were Italian. DNA tests screw up all those preconceived ideas. Believe me I found out that myself through Ancestry DNA 2 or 3 years ago. Boggles the mind!

[@marynajamison702]

Hallo our Little Golden Dezzy...I cant wait to see you in Mommy, s video.🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕❤🌹💅

[@kazzuo32]

Dezzi knows what he is doing the way he avoids to look at the camera 🐶😂😇👏👏👏👍👍👍👍

[@gabbys9781]

Susan, I was surprised to hear that the DNA test would be able to tell you who your half brother is. I, like you, never knew who my father was. My mother also kept this to herself, and I believed that the man I grew up with was my dad. It wasn't until after their deaths that I found documentation that showed that he was not my biological father. I sent for my birth certificate under the name that I saw on mail addressed to my mom upon my birth and sure enough, the certificate came back with that name. I didn't pursue because I was busy raising kids, etc. Anyway, I thought that the DNA tests showed only your ethnicity and where your roots are. Can you shed more light? And, so glad your results are so positive.

[@LittlePoet]

" Our DNA Autosomal test traces a person’s autosomal chromosomes, which contain the segments of DNA the person shares with everyone to whom they’re related to both maternally and paternally side. Your list of matches would include any relative, that has taken our DNA test, from your father's side. " Hi Gabby....the tests not only tells you the regions, but it matches you witheveryonee that shares your DNA. You build family trees...you call or write your matches and quickly...the story comes together. I feel it's a' miracle.

[@LittlePoet]

I understand Gabby why you didn't pursue finding your birth father...I think the time has to be right...we as women are pretty busy when we are young raising ourselves and our children! Thank you so much for being here!

[@donnaallgaier-lamberti3933]

Thinning hair is often a symptom of thyroid changes. Our thyroids often stop producing what they need to produce as we age. When you go in for your annual exam ask to have your thyroid level tested. I'm 68 and on thyroid hormones as well as my husband who is age 74. So this is very common.

[@sheliarossell3162]

One more your a product of your parents love. You have a blank canvas to create the life you want to live. When something doesn't work remove it from your canvas to create again for life. We are not other people's choices or issues. You create a life to live until we are not hear on earth. Your life is a canvas continue to create the life you want to live. If you don't like where your at change it you created the life your living create it again it's your picture. About love we love others this means you are loving. Now if wanting someone to share your life what does he look like, dress, clean, and picture of who he will be create the picture of him. Wisdom is the key to a great women. Again you create inviromemt for a home, marriage, and children. A reflection of all life's ment to be so there life is great like yours. Only a real person will have a relationship with real person. Praying helps. On your brother what if he was never told he was adopted. A lot of family's did this back in those times. Again others choices aren't yours that was there journey don't carry the weight of there life create the life you were ment to live without others issues. Think just for a moment how you wanted your life to be from a child to adult now live the picture you were ment to live. Can't wait till your holding the Keys to your new home. Start looking for that home. Make appointments to look where you want to live. Go see homes. Make this life your best life.

[@beulahbenade4098]

What an interesting discovery!! I'm happy for you. One's origins are one's identity I think. I love history xx

[@sheliarossell3162]

When you dream you reach the place to live in your dream. All the things are leading you to you home the 2 bedroom back yard. Write your home down put the picture you find of this home step out in faith to believe it's yours like you traveled to this 2 bedroom apartment. We continue to grow always in life.

[@annagray3828]

Happy really Belated Birthday my Mom's birthday was in January and she was a beautiful women like you. I found my dad's side of my family on Ansestry.com (sp) a few years ago and it was a mixed blessing some good and some heart breaking. The best thing I did find out was the history of heart disease which I really needed since I had my heart attack and my dad's side has a long history of death due to the same thing the killed my brother and almost took my life. I made this way to long and I am sorry for that anyway love this video and look forward to seeing you and Desi again. Your friend Anna and Bella

[@fundamental1020]

I am a year behind on your ancestry and see the pain and shock in this video. Wow, what a share and nod to how one starts and the journey’s secrets. I’d like to ask what you use Jamaican Black Castor Oil for and how. Thanks!!

[@joannogas4391]

You are right to be proud of your ancestors. The potato famine was horendous. A recent episode on Victoria on Masterpiece dealt with it. There is more to the story than just a shortage of food. At the end of the eposode, they gave stats on how many people died, how many emigrated, and how many remained. The numbers were staggering and it prompted me to do some further reading on the subject. Glad to hear you have had some happy reunions with your cousins. Your courage appears to be inherited as it took courage to start your journey.

[@deborah-sf2ig]

Susan, new to your channel. I love your talents, and your so sweet. I can relate to you. And love your music to the scenes. I have a makeup tip seen on ytube to spray makeup setting spray on damp sponge and press on. I think spraying directly is to much. Give it a try.

[@decorhomelifestyle]

Hi my friend! Loved your OOTD! My liips always get super dry in the winter, lol. Thanks for sharing your story, and so glad that you have connected with relatives and that you have a half brother. I always thought that ancestors site was not real, but omg you found a brother how awesome. I need to check it out, lol. TFS! Love your home in the background btw. Love ya! 💕💕💕

[@cindyauton4859]

So glad I found you and desi!! Look forward each wk to all the Light, joy truth and happiness with yall.

[@sarahkennedy1481]

Beautiful home. How did you furnish? You are so brave and inspiring xxx

[@glorydancer9167]

Wow! What a story! Life is sure full of surprises, isn't it? And a half brother! You know, as I was looking into some family history, I ran across a few older living family members unwilling to discuss the truth. So I think that in your mother's day, certain things were definitely hidden and not talked about. I found some relatives to be totally in denial about things, but I did not push them beyond their place of comfort, because it was just too difficult for them. So I trusted my own instincts and observations. I have not done the DNA Ancestry test, but wow it sure is tempting. My parents divorced when I was 2, and I did know my dad through twice a year visits after I wrote to him as a young girl, but he died just as I was beginning to pursue his story and a deeper adult relationship. I guess we always thought there would be more time, but geographically we were separated and he had his own new family. Please remind us again about how to pursue the DNA information. Just as you described your ancestors, you are more than a survivor! You're an overcomer, and how interesting that at this stage of your life so many things are coming full circle. (That's why every day is exciting, no matter our age.) I am so happy for you, and I know that there are many emotions involved in discovering this new information. Shock and awe, right? Love you so much and look forward to hearing from you every week.

[@concettaalcorn686]

I found out I was adopted when I was 13 years old I’m now 76 I have found out something’s and found my half sister talked to her but she hasn’t responded to me Inabout 1 year so I don’t know if I should keep trying what do you or anyone think