While the Christmas season can be difficult for those of us missing a loved one, remembering them—out loud, with others who knew them—is a balm to the soul.
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A smattering of pieces on the distance between memoir and history, the importance of memories, storytelling as an act of restoration, plus unique gift ideas.
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Five unique gift ideas that put a premium on family memories & legacy. Start holiday shopping or pick up a birthday present for a loved one who has everything!
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A wealth of personal history news, from immigrant memoirs to Thanksgiving story sharing, from archives of the past to the value of writing and remembering.
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Just in time for Thanksgiving: A Taste of the Past, a family history recipe card set for preserving not only family recipes, but the stories behind them.
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A virtual tour of what's worth reading this week about memoir, family history writing, and life story preservation, including how language impacts meaning.
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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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Best practices for preserving family history materials, nuances of memoir writing, the value of connection, and stories transported through time and letters.
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