The Echoes of my Ancestors: A Reflection on Delaporte DNA and Identity through iGENEA Test
Family name Delaporte
Receiving the results of my iGENEA DNA test initiated a profound contemplation of my family history, particularly on our surname - Delaporte. The test demonstrated a rich genetic lineage, opening up fascinating chapters of history and providing a deeper comprehension of my family's identity.
Since receiving the results of my iGENEA DNA test, I've found myself continuously reflecting on my family history and the deeper meaning of our surname - Delaporte. Understanding our genetic lineage has provided a new lens through which I view our family narratives - a lens enriched by science and the mystique of ancient civilizations.
The DNA test results revealed a substantial amount of genes traced back to the Celts, with a mix from the Basques, a unique ethnic group from the border region between Spain and France. While this fact seemed merely intriguing at first glance, a deeper mulling over it began to unravel an identity not only defined by the present or the last few generations, but also rooted in the rich and ancient civilizations of the past. The realization provided a sense of context and continuity that I didn't fully comprehend before.
This new understanding has influenced how I interpret our surname, Delaporte, a name associated with French ancestry. While I had always taken pride in being a Delaporte, it was mostly due to familial love. Now I see our name as a historical marker, a titular artifact carrying the waves of our Celtic-Basque ancestors that whisper through the echoes of time. It was as if I had rediscovered my surname, forming a renewed bond of respect and fascination towards it.
This newfound genetic information has also led me to reassess my idea of family identity. Prior to the test, my concept of family was predictably modern, emphasizing commonly shared experiences and character traits among us. However, the iGENEA DNA test stretched the timeline back by generations, introducing me to a forgotten era of ancestors whose lives significantly lensed into my existence.
Overall, the iGENEA DNA test has chance and altered not only my introspection of our family name but also my overall perception of family identity. They were more than mere results; they were revelations that have added new dimensions to my understanding of who we are as Delaportes.
C. Delaporte