Resolution: In Life as in Storytelling
In stories, as in life, it’s the need for resolution that keeps us turning pages. I’m tickled to present a guest post from my long-time (not old) friend, Lori Schweers, about resolution. Recently I found myself in the middle of an all-out...
Arrrggghhhhh! Why I’m Having a Talk Like a Pirate Day this Week
Officially, Talk Like a Pirate Day won’t come until September 19, but I’ve been saying “Arrrggghhhhh!” a lot this week. Channel Changing It’s bad enough that if I leave the room for more than two minutes, my husband finds an Iron Man or Transformers movie to watch for...
Why was my cousin once removed?
Why was my cousin once removed? Maybe that’s why my family dispensed with the first cousin, second cousin, and once removed nomenclature when referring to cousins: They knew I’d ask a bunch of questions, most of which would begin with “Why…” Cousins were just...
Missing the Rest of the Story
How many times are we missing the rest of the story? We miss it every time a stranger waltzes into our lives and touches us in some way, then quickly exits. I used to love listening to Paul Harvey’s The Rest of the Story radio vignettes. His ability to take a fact...
How Are You Tethered to the Past? Part 1
Tethers or connections? The past is an integral part of our future. When we write memoirs, memories, or histories that create a positive connection with the past, it grounds us. When the past colors our existence to the point that the present and future are drained of...
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.
