Mixed Emotions: Write about Conflicted Moments
We have a family member who likes to ask, “How did that make you feel?” Sometimes his question stops me in my tracks. I want to respond, “Do you have a half an hour?” We have moments—even months—that evoke a plethora of emotions. This ambivalence, or feeling of mixed...
My Hero & How to Tell the Story of Who Rescued You
I probably owe my life to a woman in Gates, New York. I wish I’d thought to get her name. We all have heroes in our past. Maybe it was someone who put you on the right path. Perhaps it was someone who literally saved you from a burning building. Alternatively, it...
Sharing Your Personality Through Your Stories
Make sure you’re sharing your personality along with your memories and stories. Telling your stories isn’t only about the past. It’s also about connecting with loved ones now—and into the future. Make sure you’re infusing accounts of long ago with your...
Is my writing good enough?
Whether or not we voice it, it’s something we all wonder. We ask ourselves “Is my writing good enough?” before we pick up a pen (or digital age equivalent), as we write, and before we hit the save button. The question—the self-doubt—taunts us. For who? Here’s where I...
Writing about Your Earliest Memory: 3 Reasons You Should
Writing about your earliest memory can present a challenge. Often, they’re not coherent. You might only remember a room, a noise, or impressions. However, writing about your earliest memory or memories and explaining why they matter can provide a meaningful glimpse...
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.
