When we hear the words family history or even family storytelling our minds often picture a little old gray-haired lady in a jogging suit and
Is Family Storytelling and Family History for Kids? Yes!
What’s Your Patriotism Story?
It’s hard to admit, but I was in my early twenties before I truly grasped the concept of love of country and discovered I had
Children, technology and family stories = magic
I love technology. It makes my job pretty wonderful. Well, I want to love technology, but there are some nuances that stump me on the
Oral History – The easiest, most rewarding way to finish a life story
I hear it often after completing an an oral history interview: “Wow, this feels like therapy!” And it does for everyone involved. Talking about your
What’s your fave recipe? Family interview questions that stick.
What’s your favorite family recipe and why? What food takes you home? These are just some examples of family interview questions that stick. Rocky Road
Finding the angle to tell your life story
What’s your angle to tell your life story? It may be easier than you think. Everyone has a story, and not just any story. Everyone
Traditions and Stories, Like Bread and Butter
Holiday traditions. The two words elicit a lot of emotion from me. In years’ past, I have let myself got bogged down by traditions, but
The hard stuff. How do we overcome it and then write about it?
One of my favorite questions to ask is, “When is a time you didn’t think you would make it?” Is it tough to answer? Yes!
Dinner Table = Perfect Conversation Starters For Family
Where is the perfect place for conversation starters for family? The dinner table of course! How do I know this? I’ve see it daily in
I learned how to love them, dear Mother, from you
Growing up, every Mother’s Day the children would sing a lineup of special Mother’s Day songs at church. This tradition still exists and is cherished
