After you have gathered as much about your parents as you can, you are ready to tackle the third generation: your grandparents. If you can, visit your grandparents. Repeat this type of interview asking the same questions about your parents. Be prepared this time to take notes. Grandparents have richer memories of their families. They listened at the dinner table better. You can do these interviews together with spouses. Doing separate interviews isn’t as productive…


