by Laura Hedgecock | Family History, Traditions
When we think of loved ones—those still walking amongst us and those whose time on earth exists only memory—recalling and saying their names matters. The utterance of individuals’ names has spiritual and ancestral significance in many cultures. The Importance of...
by Laura Hedgecock | Family History, How-to, Memories, Traditions
My husband’s favorite Christmas treat was Hermit Bars that his mother made every year. We liken this New England treat to a gingerbread-ish bar with what my mother-in-law describes as a “milk glaze”. (I like a lemon glaze better. It pairs perfectly...
by Laura Hedgecock | Family History, Writing and Sharing Memories
A free RootsTech 2024 Pass may be perfect for you, if you want to learn more about family history research, incorporate family memories into your stories, meet a lot of fun people, enjoy awesome keynotes, and see the gorgeous Wasatch mountains. RootsTech 2024: The...
by Laura Hedgecock | Family History, How-to, Memories, Storytelling
My Easter memories probably differ from yours—unless you are my sister. That’s because our memories reflect the time and places we grew up in, our family and religious traditions, and a slew of other factors. Sharing our childhood memories is a great way to help loved...
by Laura Hedgecock | Family History
How did you see the 2023 theme Uniting at RootsTech 2023? Your answer probably depends on the way you experienced the conference—in-person or virtually. Uniting through Reunion For those of us who go to Salt Lake City from all over the globe to attend RootsTech...