Update: Dragon for Mac is no longer supported but Dragon for PC is still alive and well. I have used Dragon Naturally Speaking voice recognition software for
Transcribing Audio with Dragon Speech Recognition
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
The best affordable microphones we use
This article has been fully updated with new additions to my kit and new products where appropriate. This article is an overview of the best
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!
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
Richard Paul Evans Quotes from Author Training
We are sharing this article again because it has such great inspiration! It’s as pertinent as ever and is one of my go-to’s when I
DNA Angels help people find their birth parents
The nonprofit DNAngels.org is a group of DNA angels (volunteer DNA searchers) who help people find their birth parents. At RootsTech 2020, they were the
Family Vacations Create Great Family Stories
The family stories that spring from family vacations are some of the best. When my husband and I got married one of our family goals
Pioneer Stories Help us Work Harder, Be More Grateful
How does hearing pioneer stories affect you? One hot, sticky summer evening my husband was talking to a room full of teenagers about how to
Listening to Stories: Your attitude is all the difference
When you’re interviewing loved ones and listening to stories, are you missing opportunities for conversations? It can happen. In our enthusiasm for asking all the