My iGENEA Experience: A Emotional Journey into the Coffman Surname and My Ancestry
Family name Coffman
After taking the iGENEA DNA test, my perspective on the Coffman family and my individuality has changed. This procedure allowed me to explore my lineage, discovering my roots in the ancient Jewish tribe of Levi. Understanding the depth of my ancestry and seeing the Coffman surname from a new vantage point has been an incredibly emotional journey: filled with awe, reverence, and some melancholy.
Before taking the iGENEA DNA test, my knowledge about my lineage, specifically the Coffman lineage, was quite limited. Like most people, I was curious about my ancestry and wanted to know more, this is what motivated me to opt for the DNA test. The process was straightforward, making it a comfortable experience for beginners like me. While waiting for the results, I felt tense and anxious; this was a journey into my past, a reveal of my family's history encoded in my genes.
The results were nothing short of fascinating. The test traced my roots back to the historic Jewish tribe of Levi. Discovering that the Coffman family had a rich and unique Jewish background was a revelation. This realization stirred a mixed bag of emotions in me. I felt an ineffable sense of belonging, a newfound pride, and an intimate connection with a piece of history I had no idea existed. Simultaneously, a wave of sadness washed over me, thinking about the countless individuals who lived, breathed, struggled and paved the way for me, whose lives have been forgotten in the sands of time.
Seeing the Coffman surname illuminated different aspects of my identity. Understanding that this surname was carried by so many individuals before me, each contributing a piece of DNA, and having their tales woven into the fabric of my being, was humbling. The DNA test transformed the way I perceive my family and lineage. I am no longer just "me" – I am a living testament of my ancestors, an important link in a chain extending back millennia. The Coffman surname is more than a name now; it's a chip off the old block, a badge of honor I carry with pride.
My experience with iGENEA was enlightening. It provided an emotional rollercoaster ride, filled with wonder and reverence, and, to some degree, melancholy. The DNA test encouraged me to take this journey back in time and allowed me to introspect. From an identity perspective, it provided me a broader narrative, positioning me as a participant in an age-old story that is still being written today.
V. Coffman