Creating Online Memorials for Loved Ones
“Nothing really dies unless it is forgotten”~ LJ Smith. Losing a loved one can be incredibly difficult, but creating an online tribute is a unique way to honour their life while sharing memories. This type of memorial invites family and friends to celebrate a life well-lived and reminisce together, no matter where they may be. […]
What is Family Storytelling?
‘Family stories form a real legacy you can pass along.’ In many homes, the tradition of parents reading bedtime stories is a regular occurrence. Well, this is one activity borrowed from the traditional family storytelling practice, ‘oral tradition.’ It is a modern-day version of family storytelling, if you will. While there’s nothing wrong with reading […]
Digital Storytelling: Definition, Benefits, and Examples
For many families, telling and sharing stories has been a long-held tradition that binds one generation to the next – providing an opportunity for elders to pass down lessons and history. Today, digital storytelling offers fascinating new ways for families to connect with their past. From interactive animations to compelling audio recordings, this technology brings […]
Important Life Milestones That Shape You
Sometimes, life feels like a series of typical occurrences that go unnoticed. You may feel like life events are dashing past you, and at times like they are dragging on forever. However, during your life journey, some unique occurrences cannot go unnoticed. These marker events are called milestones. Milestones permit one to enjoy and reflect […]
Why You Should Record Birthday Videos for Your Children
Do you remember the joy and excitement you felt on your childhood birthdays? It’s the magic of the day that makes it unforgettable. A birthday is the perfect time to celebrate your child, and there’s no better way to make the moment truly memorable than by recording a birthday video. Birthday videos are a great […]
Personalised Father’s Day Gift Ideas That Show You Know Him
Unlike Mother’s Day, when everybody knows what to gift their mums, Father’s Day receives less celebration as dads tend to be too difficult to give a gift- most dads are less into tangible gifts of appreciation. However, no matter how difficult it is to shop for Father’s Day gifts, any man that accomplishes the father […]
10 Super Creative Family Memories You Can Pass Down
With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it can be difficult to take a step back and make time for quality family memories and moments. But it’s often the little moments that become the most cherished. From spending time together cooking up a treat to gathering for a family night, these activities are ways […]
Genius Ways Technology is Bringing Families Together
Previously, people have perceived technology as a dangerous trend due to the cliché of teenagers spending numerous hours on their phones and computers. Many people have accused the internet and technology of breaking up families. However, educators, psychologists, and family experts have realized that family technology has new methods to bring friends and families closer […]
Revolutionising Memory Care: How Digital Innovation Empowers Senior Citizens and Their Families
The world health organisation describes dementia as a syndrome, typically of a chronic or progressive nature, caused by various brain illnesses that affect memory, thinking, behaviour, and ability to perform daily activities. Older citizens that experience dementia tend to lose cognitive functions such as remembering, thinking, and reasoning. At times they may lose control of […]
Discovering Your History: Unexpected Places to Find Old Family Photos
The old adage that a picture is worth a thousand words couldn’t be more true when preserving our history through family photos. There’s nothing like looking back at old family photos to bring back waves of emotions and nostalgia. Family photos capture moments that would otherwise be lost forever and allow us to connect with […]