Sometimes the idea of telling our "life story" is overwhelming. If we think of memoir as a series of smaller life narratives, though, the way in becomes clear.
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While scrapbooking & personal history share a goal of preserving family memories, key differences include the approach to storytelling and the finished products.
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Ever tried to talk about your childhood with your grown kids only to be met with a lack of interest? They might not care now, but they will one day—I promise.
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Why it's sometimes easier to talk about our life experiences with a stranger, and how to get a reluctant storyteller to genuinely open up about his or her past.
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Family photos can be useful tools to jog memories and call forth stories. We share how to determine which images will elicit the best family stories.
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Print and share your family photos with loved ones. Besides generating conversation, you will spark joy, find genealogy clues, and discover even more treasures.
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Do you want to preserve your family stories, but have no idea where to start? We’ve got six special life story book ideas to spark your imagination.
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Conducting family interviews is a great way to gather the stories of family elders and preserve family history for the next generation. Here are a few tips.
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