New Cousins and Old Information
A new cousin discovered me recently–through Ancestry.com. We share the same great-great-grandfather. “Sounds like we’re cousins,” he wrote. “How cool is that?” Very cool, in fact. Finding new cousins through family history research is an undeniable rush. His...
Precious Moments: They’re Collectible
It’s been years since the phrase “precious moments” came to mind. Until recently, I associated “precious moments” with the figurines that became virtually ubiquitous when I was in high school. To my teen sensibilities, they weren’t sweet. They were saccharine. Now...
Why Pinterest is Great for Family Historians
Pinterest—the social media “pinning” site, is often overlooked by genealogy buffs. That’s a mistake. Whether you’re a professional or a hobbyist, Pinterest is great for family historians. If you spend any time on social media, consider this one. What all the Pinterest...
Data Backup Solutions: Put One on your Holiday Wish-List
My November was rudely interrupted by a hard drive crash. Luckily, I had backed up my laptop on a regular basis, but not quite regularly enough. Please, learn from my mistakes and luck. Whether you’re writing or researching your family tree, have a data backup...
How to have Conversations that Matter this Holiday
Family gatherings are the perfect time to start conversations that matter —and to collect stories. After the bird or ham has been carved and the casserole dishes scraped empty, we loosen our belts. And, often, we loosen our tongues. This holiday, as Aunt Ida and...
Don't Wait.
Put the episodes of the past to paper.
We all have stories to share with our children and grandchildren. Whether it’s a proud moment, memories of grandparents, or a lesson you’ve learned, Memories of Me: A Complete Guide to Telling and Sharing the Stories of Your Life helps you put the episodes of your past onto paper and share them with loved ones.
