I came across this video on YouTube for creating a family photo wreath. It's clever, simple and it looks nice. Then I wondered if anyone would actually want to decorate with it. So of course, I asked myself that question and was surprised by my reaction when I imagined a wreath with my grandparents, parents, and other close family members. My ... Read More
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Use Pinterest to Share Your History
Wait! It doesn't have to be public. When you use Pinterest, you can have Secret Boards that are shared only with the people you choose? Of course you don't have to make it private, but I just don't want you to dismiss this idea for the wrong reasons. As you know, Pinterest is all about images. Well, mostly it's about images, but you also get to ... Read More
January 12, 2016 1 Comment
Define: Memoir vs Autobiography
First let's just say that not all dictionary definitions make it clear that there is a difference. However, most of the writing experts define memoir vs autobiography something like this: An autobiography is chronological and covers an entire life. The dates should be accurate and the stories should be true. A memoir is about a specific ... Read More
January 7, 2016 Leave a Comment
Preserving Old Journals
My dad has this little 4" x 6" journal where he has been recording a very small amount of information about each vacation that he has taken since he and Mom were married more than a half century ago. Although there are only the most basic details about each trip, there is enough information that it occasionally has to be pulled out to verify ... Read More
January 2, 2016 1 Comment
FREE GUIDE: Preparing to Write Your Memoir
Sometimes the biggest obstacle to writing a memoir or autobiography is getting started. This short guide will help you build the momentum you need to get you excited and writing before you know it. Here's what's inside: Suggestions for creating a Memoir Kit so you can stay organized and focused Brainstorming ideas and suggestions ... Read More
January 1, 2016 Leave a Comment
New Year’s Resolution: Write My Memoirs
Did you do it? Did you say it out loud or just think it? Is this the first time you've told yourself that it's time? You are not alone. There are lots of people out there that would like to write their memoirs or autobiographies and it sometimes lingers in the back of their minds until finally, one day they get started. Others let it linger too ... Read More
November 3, 2015 4 Comments
“Get it Done! Memoir Workbook”
Order the Print Version on AmazonThis is the Print Version OR PAY ONLY $7 for Immediate Download Pay Safely with PayPal Money-back GuaranteeIf you decide it's not for you, let us know within 30 days to get a full refund!Download version only If you are thinking of writing a memoir or autobiography to share with your family and friends, ... Read More
March 16, 2015 Leave a Comment
“A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words”
This is Part 5 in a five-part series on "Preparing to Write Your Memoir". Hopefully in Step 2, you were able to think of some photos that you would like to include in your memoir or autobiography. For the recent years, you probably have photos on your computer. For the older photos, there will be frames, photo albums, shoe boxes and you may ... Read More
March 7, 2015 Leave a Comment
Filling in the Gaps
This is Part 4 in a five part series on "Preparing to Write Your Memoir". In Part 2 of our series, you may have made some notes about people with whom you could talk to add more insight to your stories. Now is great time to make those phone calls or send e-mail messages with specific questions. You may be surprised to find that talking about it ... Read More
March 1, 2015 Leave a Comment
Test Your Dictation Tools
This is Part 3 in a five part series on "Preparing to Write Your Memoir". If your typing skills are weak, the ability to dictate your stories could save the day. Even if you type fast, you might find dictation is even faster. Although not all voices, accents and speech patterns are well understood by dictation software, don’t immediately dismiss ... Read More
