Why It’s a Mistake to Only Tell Happy Stories
We want our legacies to be positive. However, it’s a mistake to only tell happy stories. We miss out on opportunities to cement connections. Recently I wrote the following on social media. As I studied countless images of myself in various historical and...
Family History, Secrets and Lies
Our family histories have secrets and lies lurking under the rugs. Many of us relate to Disney’s Encanto’s song “We don’t Talk About Bruno”: Admittedly, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s song is an absolute ear worm. It would stick with you even if you didn’t understand a single...
How to get the most out of RootsTech Connect 2022
With 700 new classes, 360 speakers, 60 live workshops, 30 languages, not-to miss keynotes, most of us need a plan to get the most out of RootsTech Connect 2022. If you’re not registered, it’s not too late. (See also 5 Reasons to attend RootsTech Connect...
5 Reasons to attend RootsTech Connect 2022
Why attend RootsTech Connect 2022? Here’s some great reasons not to miss RootsTech’s 2022 free and virtual experience, whether you’re a newcomer to family history or an experienced genealogist. Last night, the FamilySearch, the organizers of RootsTech Connect,...
Does my family story need a narrative arc?
A narrative arc or story arc can help family historians write riveting stories. To decide whether your family’s stories could benefit, let’s talk about what a narrative arc is. What’s a Narrative Arc aka Story Arc? A narrative arc is the bare bones of the path a story...
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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.
