I recently listened to an episode of the Snap Judgement, a podcast that captures true stories from ordinary people. This episode was about the day the ballistic missile alert was accidentally sent to the residents of Hawaii. It was was a compilation of stories from people who experienced those 38 minutes believing the worst was about to happen. ... Read More
Memoir Blog
There's more than one way to create a Memoir Blog and you might be surprised at how easy it can be. You can get your own website or use a free blogging site like Wordpress.com or Tumblr.com. We will discuss the pros and cons of a variety of platforms, plus give you tips on using them! February 21, 2019 Leave a Comment
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Writing About Family and Friends
In any life stories project, writing about family and friends can be one of the most challenging issues. Of course, you want the stories to be truthful and complete, but there are all sorts of worries and concerns that may arise when you start writing about your own family and friends. Here are some common concerns... Fear of making someone ... Read More
March 2, 2016 3 Comments
Why Do You Believe What You Believe?
The answer to the question "Why Do You Believe What You Believe?" is often left to the interpretation of those who know only what you believe. A few days ago, I had a conversation with a gentleman who didn't want to leave those interpretations to chance. He had some very strong opinions on topics that at a glance didn't align with other positions ... Read More
February 13, 2016 1 Comment
Memoir Blog Can Be Private
A memoir blog or autobiography blog really is a great way to share your life stories as you go, rather than waiting until it's all done. Here are a few reasons why you might consider it. The discussion and feedback you get from each blog post can provide motivation to keep you going. Your readers don't have to digest the whole thing at ... Read More
July 15, 2014
A Memoir Blog Can Provide Immediate Satisfaction
My mom had surgery last week and I've been helping her out during the recovery. Now that she's feeling a little better, she wants us to go through the boxes of "stuff" in the basement that she inherited upon the passing of my grandmother and my uncle. It's a difficult task to wade through the memories of a lost loved one and even more difficult to ... Read More
