On this last day of 2015, you may be looking ahead to family history research goals for the new year - maybe even a research trip to Ireland. Lesley Anderson posted valuable advice about pre-trip preparations here:  http://blogs.ancestry.com/ancestry/2015/12/21/planning-a-research-trip-to-ireland/. Following her recommended steps will serve you well, whether you're going to Ireland or not! Here's my wish for you in 2016: "May your troubles be less and your blessings be more And nothing but happiness come through your door."