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!
The hard stuff. How do we overcome it and then write about it?
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
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
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 both
Remember Who You Are
“Remember who you are.” It’s a simple phrase, but one with deep meaning. I have said it many times as my children have walked out
The power of remembering ancestors
Sometimes events happen in life that force us to remember. We go about our hectic lives – taking kids to soccer and football, or picking
Ogden’s New FamilySearch Center Makes its Debut – Five Reasons Why You Must Check it Out
Ogden’s new FamilySearch Center opens its doors to the public this week and if you live anywhere near it, you must stop by. Not only
I almost died – and what changed after
While teaching a class in California, a man told me about the time he almost died and what changed after. This was in response to
RootsMagic vs. Legacy – pros and cons
RootsMagic vs. Legacy? For me, genealogy software is a must when doing any kind of family history work. It gives me a database for all