The power of place. What does it mean to you? For me, it means drawing home. Ogden, Utah is where I call home. It is
Power of Place
RootsTech 2019: An Event Full of Wow. Read my top 7 Takeaways
Wow is the best word to describe RootsTech 2019. Major announcements, new discoveries, new connections and an incredible sense of belonging were all felt this
Is Family Storytelling and Family History for Kids? Yes!
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
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!
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
Bible Rescue Saves the Family Bible and the Genealogy Inside
It’s been about five years since Joseph Kerry discovered an old, but beautiful family Bible at a yard sale. Inside he found a treasure of
Oral History – The easiest, most rewarding way to finish a life story
There is true power in oral history. Recently I sat with a client as we worked on writing his life story. I asked a simple
Getting it Right: Five ways Bruce Feiler taught me about happy parenting
What is the secret to happy families and happy parenting? I interviewed New York Times bestseller Bruce Feiler and his research turned on some great light bulbs
The power of remembering ancestors
Sometimes events happen in life that force us to remember. We go about our busy lives – taking kids to soccer and football, or picking
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
