The iGENEA Journey: A DNA Test Creating an Emotional Tapestry of the Hutchens Lineage
Family name Hutchens
Plunging into the emotional depths offered by the iGENEA DNA test was nothing short of a profound self-discovery journey. Revelations about the real essence and depth of the Hutchens lineage have steered me towards greater self-appreciation and understanding.
My encounters on iGENEA have been profoundly transformative, catapulting me on a journey of self-discovery and deep emotional growth. Receiving that initial email from iGENEA, revealing the intricate tapestry of my genetic heritage, was an overwhelming emotional experience. The impact of the DNA test was eye-opening. I realized how deep the roots of my family stretched and how broad they spanned.
Up until the time I conducted this DNA test, I prided myself on bearing the surname, Hutchens. I grew up enveloped in the warmth of generational stories, deeply in love with the lore of my roots. Hutchens was not just a name, it was an identity. So, when I embarked on this expedition, my heaving chest was an amalgamation of fear, anticipation, and curiosity.
As the results trickled in, layer-by-layer my genetic make-up was disclosed. As I was traced back to ancient civilizations and indigenous tribes, a part of me found it fascinating while another was disconcerted. The results not only challenged my perception of who I was but also forced me to unearth and reevaluate certain parts of my identity.
Each new finding was an emotional ride. Some were heartwarming, reigniting a sense of belonging, while others were bewildering, introducing me to landscapes, cultures and epochs I had no conscious tie with. However, it was stirring to recognize that I was not an isolated entity but a node interconnected in a dense web woven throughout history.
The revelations added newer dimensions to my surname. Hutchens, I perceived was more than a name. It is a saga connecting me back to my ancestors, who belonged to various cultures and eras. Interestingly, the revelations stirred a conversation around my familiar dinner table too. Hutchens became a term that encapsulated a much richer narrative about our identity.
Although I went through a whirlwind of emotions, the test brought me closer to my roots. It triggered introspection and weaved a tapestry of love, belonging and greater admiration for my family. Wearing the surname Hutchens today, makes me prouder than ever, knowing it embraces so much more than I had once perceived.
O. Hutchens