A story from my mom’s childhood was turned into a children’s book! What a delightful way to share family history! My mom doesn’t talk much about herself so when she shared this story, I wanted to document it and this was a memorable way for her grandchildren and posterity. My 11 year old niece was visiting as… Read More A Fun Way to Share Family History: A Children’s Book
A few years ago I wrote a history of my father. He died quite young, and my children and grandchildren did not get to know him. I wanted to help them learn about his life and experiences. As I began writing, I realized I did not know much about my father. As part of my… Read More DON’T FORGET THE AUNTS AND UNCLES
A number of years ago I felt prompted to write a history about my father. He died quite young and most of my children and all of my grandchildren never knew him. I thought by recording his history for them they would come to know him better. Due to a busy schedule, the project ended… Read More Writing Family Histories: Unanticipated Blessings