Be Proud of Your Heritage and Share It With Others
Akwete Tyehimba was born Black in America but her cultural roots are deeply embedded in Africa. She and her late husband Bandele made a commitment to raise their three children with a foundation that honors their African heritage. The name
How to Write a Keepsake Letter They Will Cherish Forever
My mother loved writing letters. She used letter writing as a creative way to express her mind and to give a piece of it to those she loved. Through letters, my mother was able to convey her thoughts more completely
The Power of Imagery and Storytelling Elements in Family Narratives
One of the most powerful novels that I ever read was Zora Neal Hurston’s “Their Eyes Were Watching God.” The most memorable passage in the book was the hurricane scene. In vivid detail, Ms. Hurston so captured the fury of
Your Family History Holds a Key to Your Identity. Don’t Lose It.
If you quizzed yourself about your family history, how much would you know? How much would you know how your parents or grandparents grew up, how they met their spouses, and what experiences or sacrifices they made as they navigated
Preserve Seasonal Memories with Handcrafted Holiday Binders
The American holiday season is a festive time of year when family and friends gather to celebrate traditions, share special moments and make new memories. Part of the season’s tradition involves taking pictures and capturing videos of special moments for
Keeping a Loved One’s Memory Alive
When someone you love passes away, the grief that follows can be unbearable. Even when you are aware that the end is near for someone close to you, it can still be difficult to prepare yourself for that ultimate reality.
How to Conduct ‘Trauma-Informed’ Life Story Interviews
Chronicling your family history is bound to lead to laughter and reminiscing, but not all memories are rosy. In the course of any life there will be painful chapters. Your family member may have endured a difficult childhood, a tragic
Self-Written Obituaries Help Set the Record Straight
Writing your own obituary can be an important act of service to your immediate family, and a meaningful contribution to posterity. To the genealogist, a well-written, factually accurate obituary is an invaluable resource for documenting a family's history. Your willingness
8 Fun Ways to Beat the Quarantine Blues
The challenges of navigating life in a coronavirus pandemic can make even the most positive person slip into a melancholy mood. There is nothing uplifting about having to substitute socializing with social distancing and being bombarded with doctor’s warnings. There
Commemorate Civic-Minded Women in Your Family for Women’s History Month
Forty-two years ago, in March 1978, a group of women in Santa Rosa, California decided to host a week-long celebration at a local park.to recognize the historical accomplishments and contributions of women in society. Their event inspired women in other