Jon Marie Pearson

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Join date: Nov 7, 2019

About

Hi, I’m Jon Marie—family historian, social media strategist, and the heart behind The Simple Living Genealogy.

For decades, I’ve been tracing the roots of my family tree and learning how the choices of those before me shaped who I am today. This blog is a space where I document that journey, sharing not only the discoveries I’ve made but the questions I’m still exploring.

Inside The Vault, you’ll find a collection of stories and reflections grouped into four main categories:

Roots & Reflections – personal stories, ancestor profiles, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way
The Social Sphere – tips and insights on using social media to connect with the genealogy community and share your story
Books & Beyond – thoughtful reviews and reflections on books that have inspired me, especially around identity, memory, and family
Tools & Templates – practical guides, prompts, and resources to help simplify your own research and storytelling

Whether you’re here to feel more connected to your past, grow your virtual genealogy community, or just love reading stories that matter, you’re in the right place.

Thanks for stopping by. I hope The Vault inspires you to explore your own story, one piece at a time.

Posts (32)

May 8, 2026 ∙ 5 min

When Your Family History Audience Is Scattered Everywhere

You have stories, photos, documents, and discoveries you want your family to have long after you are gone. But here is the challenge. Some relatives want emails. Some only respond to texts. Some are on Facebook. Some prefer Instagram. Some avoid social media altogether. A few may be comfortable on Ancestry, while others find it confusing or never log in.

May 4, 2026 ∙ 4 min

Content Should Fit Your Life or Capacity

What if your content plan started with your real life instead of your social media goals? That one shift can change everything. So often, we sit down to plan social media content and begin with questions like: What should I post? How often should I post? What is everyone else doing? What does the algorithm want from me?

Apr 15, 2026 ∙ 6 min

How Many Facebook Groups Is Too Many for a Genealogist?

It is easy to join a Facebook Group. It is much harder to truly belong to one. For family historians, genealogists, and society members, Facebook Groups can feel like a goldmine. One group helps with DNA. Another focuses on a county in Ohio. Another shares old photographs. Another talks about methodology. Before long, you are in dozens of groups, maybe more, and what once felt exciting starts to feel heavy. You are not imagining it. Group overload is real.