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 stories are as abundant as gratitude
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 power of remembering ancestors
Sometimes events happen in life that force us to remember. The power of remembering ancestors is strong and innate. It’s been interesting that living through
The benefits of music and memory
Music and memories go together. Music fills the whole body with joy. Music heals. Studies show that music is a powerful treatment for mental health,
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
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
Family Reunions – the perfect place to capture a story
It’s that time of year when there is plenty of planning for family reunions. What thoughts stir in your brain when you hear those two
Saying Sorry with Dumplings
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
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
Dad, Tell Me Your Story
When I think of great storytellers, my dad is one of the first people who pops into my mind. I suspect that for many people,