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. […]
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 […]
Preserving the Memories and Stories Behind Family Heirlooms
Family heirlooms are valuable antiques offering a sense of family history as they are passed down through generations. An heirloom is tough to identify because it can be anything inherited from grandparents, parents, and other relatives. Typical heirlooms include fine arts, jewelry, clocks, family recipes, books, furniture, wedding gowns, sports gear, weapons, and musical instruments. […]
Tips for Writing Your Personal History
Have you ever thought about your grandparents’ stories and what they might be able to tell you? Or maybe how special it would be to give your children or grandchildren a personal glimpse into their family history? Writing out your own searchable personal history is the perfect way to capture the moments, cherished memories, lessons […]
Dealing with Loss: Healthy Grieving
All human beings must experience a particular form of loss in their lives. Similarly, everybody experiences grief in the form of losses like losing a job, the death of a loved one, a relationship, or a valuable asset. Sudden and traumatic losses can overwhelm us with powerful feelings of grief. Despite grief being a typical […]
Preserving Memories to Save Family Legacy
Life has so many unforgettable moments worth cherishing forever. But how can you ensure they live on, past today? It’s not often easy to keep a family legacy alive. For most of us that means struggling with questions such as: How to preserve memories of important moments in life? How to preserve those memories to […]