Family Fibs: Lies Parents Tell Children
NBC’s Today show did a short segment on family fibs. These are stories that parents tell children, probably because reasoning with them is much more cumbersome. The funniest was Carson Daly’s report that his family told him that if the ice cream truck was playing...
Family History Month Activities for Non-Genealogists
Family History Month isn’t just for genealogists. With these simple ideas, non-genealogists can honor an ancestor or learn about their family history. Let’s say you haven’t caught the family history research bug (yet). You’re not into scouring grave yards. All...
Faded Memories: What to do When Details are Missing
Three sisters recall a faded memory from over 50 years ago. Each recalls a slightly different circumstance. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? What’s the truth? Memories can be ethereal. It can be hard to get all the details right. That doesn’t mean you can’t write about...
Describe Ancestors’ Personalities –Not Just Facts
Including personality and character traits when we describe ancestors sounds like a tall order. Sometimes we’re doing good just to figure out what they looked like. However, too often when we describe ancestors and older family members, we miss what’s important....
Changes in Technology: What Do You Remember?
How have changes in technology changed your life? What changes in technology have you seen? At my son’s 2012 high school graduation, the school presented a slide show of technology that had not yet been invented when the graduates were born. It boggled the...
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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.
