Keeping Christmas Eve Traditions Alive
I’ve tried to continue many of my childhood family’s Christmas Eve traditions with my own family. Some work, others have needed some adjustments. One Christmas Eve tradition in particular has required some adjustments. Wrapping presents on Christmas Eve Every...
What’s the story behind your name?
What’s the story behind your name? Sharing the story of your name often entails sharing stories of family heritage and relationships. Who you were named after? Often you’ll hear that a person was named after someone who meant a lot to their parents. It...
6 Ways to Write about Your Home
Write about your home as you share your memories. Your stories of events that happened in your house will make more sense against the backdrop of your descriptions of the place you live. In addition, your readers will be able to understand you better when they...
Voices from the Past: 3 Ways to Save Them
Voices from the past can tug at our heartstrings like nothing else, especially if the voice belongs to a loved one. When we hear voices from the past, our recall is vivid and emotional. The voices take us back. However, recording our voices can do more than spark...
Thanksgiving Checklist
As the holiday approaches, many of us are making Thanksgiving checklists. We’re ticking off what to buy, what to thaw when, what to cook, what to pack, or things to clean. This year, while you’re making all of your lists, don’t forget to add memory saving or...
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.
