3 Family Traditions and How to Write About Them

Ah, family traditions. Those activities we do with the people we love, over and over again. Even when we tire of the activity and desperately want to do something else. This post isn’t about one of those kinds of traditions. For the next few moments, I’m going to regale you with one of my favorite…

Baking Memories with Five Minute Storytelling

Cooking, in most families, is when the magic happens. People gather in kitchens no matter how pretty or inviting the rest of the house is. Asking someone about their favorite baking memory or cookie recipe will usually make them light up and smile like you wouldn’t believe. Be prepared for the sadness that may come…

What is Leap Year Anyway and Why We Care

This article won’t explain every nuance and historical fact of Leap Year. The reason you are reading this article at all is that Leap Day happens to be my birthday. I get asked, a lot, “What is Leap Year anyway?” Usually right after I have answered the “When is your birthday” question. What is Leap…

How to Write About Music – 5 Minute Storytelling

How to Write About Music Memories - Five Minute Storytelling

Five-minute storytelling starts with music. A compassionate Memory Care activity for seniors by the Legacy Recorder. I believe music is one of those things that can bring people together and spark a conversation that wouldn’t otherwise happen. Each person has their own unique perspective as to why certain music is great, and why certain music…

Music Memories – LegacyChat

What are your memories of music? These are the prompts for writing your story about your music memories. Q1. What is your favorite type of #music? #legacychat Q2. Do you have a favorite #musicmemory? #legacychat Q3. Who was with you when this #memory was made? #musicmemory #music #legacychat Q4. What happened in this memory? #musicmemory…