Do you know that you can bring storytelling into every aspect of your life? Debra Weller Storyteller has been working with people for decades to do just that. I had the opportunity to interview her recently on Legacy After Dark! We had an epic conversation about preserving family stories and why it’s so important to tell stories. I’m so excited …
5 Ways to Write About, Remember & Honor Hard Memories
Life wouldn’t be life without a few hard memories to shake you up. How we choose to remember those moments makes up the rest of our lives. I’ve been choosing to share stories, write, and explore the emotions I feel around certain experiences. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve found that each new milestone brings a different perspective on past experiences. …
4 Resources for When Death Happens
Last month was one of those emotional roller coasters that included the death of a loved one and all of the things that come with that. No one could have predicted the circumstances we are in this year. One thing remains the same, when death happens, families come together, one way or another. If you have attended or had to …
Racism, Storytelling, Listening & Engaging
I’m not going to sugarcoat this one for you. It’s going to be hard. It is hard. For the people who are experiencing racism every day every moment of their lives, it’s harder if we don’t have these conversations. Below you will find resources and writings by POC (People of Color) about racism, allyship, and what it means to “help”. …
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 if that memory includes someone …