by Laura Hedgecock | Apr 8, 2021 | Family History, How-to, Storytelling
With all our collected memories and family stories, most of us aren’t sure how to choose which family stories to write. The abundance of material presents a problem common to family history storytellers and memoirists. Often, it’s paralyzing. How can we write all...
by Laura Hedgecock | Mar 8, 2021 | Family History, How-to, Journal writing, Writing Advice, Writing and Sharing Memories
What better way to celebrate than with International Women’s Day writing ideas for honoring the women in your life or in your past. I’d hoped to publish a post about my Great Aunt Margaret Case Crymes. The post isn’t finished yet. However, as I dug into it, I realized...
by Laura Hedgecock | Jan 22, 2021 | How-to, Writing Advice
What’s the difference between intentions versus resolutions when it comes to your goal to tell more family stories in 2021. I’m usually all rah rah about the starting the new year out right with a small, doable list of resolutions. But 2020 has been a long, hard year....
by Laura Hedgecock | Dec 16, 2020 | Family History, How-to, Traditions
With a plethora of Jewish, Islamic, Christian and Christian Orthodox celebrations happening this time a year, it’s a great time to share family holiday traditions. Sharing Food Traditions Last week, GenFriends’ YouTube show featured holiday food...
by Laura Hedgecock | Jun 30, 2020 | How-to, Memories, Writing and Sharing Memories
DIY memory crafts make a great way to convert family memorabilia into art or practical objects. It’s a great way to get heirlooms out of boxes and into our living spaces, where they can serve as conversation starters. They also make meaningful gifts for loved...
by Laura Hedgecock | Jun 15, 2020 | How-to, Memories, Writing and Sharing Memories
After the hard work of writing, how do you publish your memories and stories? There are lots of options. Here’s a quick run-down on some of the most popular ones. Simply Print and Share Word and other editing software are basically desktop publishing systems. Once...
