Meaningful genealogy requires thought and more importantly, focus. Develop a plan (1) Why am I doing genealogy? (2) Set goals for what you plan to accomplish in a reasonable time period i.e. go back four generations, go back to the immigrant ancestor, do only my father's male line, etc.

A widow's dower is her claim to a portion of her deceased husband's estate during her lifetime for her and her children's support.

Make photocopies and store original valuable documents in a safe deposit or fireproof box.