You’ve conquered the big task of completing your first oral history interview; now what should you do with the audio file, video, and transcripts? Maybe
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RootsTech Still About Remembering
Tech took a front seat at RootsTech this year, specifically, generative AI. But at the end of the day, the “root” of RootsTech was all
Sharing Stories about Hard Things can Change Lives
There is great power in sharing stories. Let’s take it a step further and say sharing stories, especially those about hard or sensitive subjects, can
RootsTech 2022 – It’s All About Connection
RootsTech’s 2022 theme “Choose Connection” created a simple bottom line for the world’s largest family history conference – it’s all about connection! This year, possibly
Old Photos and New Photos Tell a Compelling Story
We’ve all heard the saying that a picture is worth a thousand words – but have you ever written a thousand words to describe a
How Remembering Someone Who Passed Away Helps with Grief
I don’t think I quite understood how remembering someone who passed away helps with grief until last December when the freight train of grief steamrolled
Need Writing Help? Try Working with Writing Groups
A listening ear can be the best medicine when I need writing help, and writing groups are the perfect place to find that ear. I
RootsTech Connect – A Virtual, Global Feast for the Soul
What happens when a global pandemic prevents the traditional RootsTech from happening? You make it virtual and open it up to the whole world, creating
RootsTech 2020: Turn Around to Capture your Story
RootsTech 2020 captured me from the start. The theme: “RootsTech 2020 The Story of You” was a celebration of 10 years of RootsTech and it
Writing a personal history, journal ideas and why it’s important
Journaling. Journal ideas. Personal histories. Bullet journaling. Personal stories. Photo journaling. These are all avenues to tell your own personal story and create something for