How to Write about Culture Clashes
Culture Clashes. They happen among nations, ethnic groups, and generations. Sadly, culture clashes also occur among families. Heritages or upbringings collide. Differing values splinter relationships. Personal memory collectors, memoirists, and family storytellers all...
Providing Context: Will they know who you are in the barber shop?
How do the stories you tell affect your loved ones’ image of you? Through your stories, you’re providing context that your loved ones will use to understand you better. In essence, you’re projecting an image. For instance, when you share multiple memories about...
6 Reasons to Write About No Good Terrible Horrible Very Bad Days
With my compliments to Judith Viost and her Alexander… Sometimes when a day is over, you want to forget it. Put it behind you. It’s the last thing you want to memorialize in any way whatsoever. That might be what’s best for you—and the rest of us. However, there...
Where to Find Historical Images to Illustrate Your Writing
Knowing where to find historical images can make us all better storytellers. They give stories a visual context words alone might not convey. That helps readers digest and understand your stories. (See also Why Context Matters in Storytelling.) (Note: This post was...
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.
