A while back my Grandma Anderson’s Danish Dumplings brought my brother Val, his family, and mine together after too many years. We used to work
Saying Sorry with Dumplings
Three Big Reasons why Holiday Food and Stories are Perfect for Each Other
It’s hard to think of the holiday season and not think of all the holiday food – the tantalizing treats – both sweet and savory
Quarks of Light: A Near-Death Experience
A highlight of my career thus far has been working with author Rob A. Gentile to help him write his near-death experience book, “Quarks of
Christmas Tree Traditions
There is no better time to celebrate traditions than during the holidays, and some of our favorites are Christmas tree traditions. These decorations and the
It’s Your Turn – Write your Own Christmas Story
During this season you are likely making new memories and revisiting Christmases past. You may be celebrating with tried and true traditions, or creating some
Thanksgiving stories are as abundant as gratitude
This week we will gather to feast on food and reflect on our greatest blessings. Thanksgiving stories are a natural part of this day. Spontaneously
Thanksgiving Traditions – Making it one of the Best Holidays of All
I am a fan of holidays. Some I love more than others but ranking near the top is, of course, Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving traditions are what
The Immutable Laws of Memoir
As an author and instructor on writing, I’ve learned there are a few immutable laws of memoir every story benefits from. I call them the
How to write dialogue in a true story
Should you include dialogue in your memoir, autobiography, or family history? What if you don’t remember exactly what people said? In this article, we’ll address
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