We Can Do Hard Things (and We Don’t Have to Do Them Alone)
Photo Organizing is a Hard Thing We can do hard things. We all have done them. Sometimes we take them on by choice, and other …
The View from Here: Preserving Memories as We Move Through Life
The View from Here As I experience the acceleration of time and the deceleration of activity, I find myself spending more time reflecting on my …
Living the Little Moments (And Why My Blog Has Been Quiet)
You may have noticed that it’s been a while since I’ve added anything new here. Life gets busy. Summer trips happen. Family needs our help. …
The Real Value of Photo Organizing and Preservation
One of the most common things I hear from people is this: “I know I need to do something with my photos… I just haven’t …
Too Many Photos? How to Create a Meaningful Legacy
Lifetime of Photos Looks Very Different Today Fifty years ago, most families had a few photo albums, a shoebox of snapshots, and maybe a handful …
Labeling Printed Photos: Why Documenting Memories Matters
Many families have boxes of photographs filled with meaningful moments. However, too often those photos are missing the one thing that truly gives them value: …
Preserving Family Memories: Why Sharing Stories Matters for Every Generation
Preserving Family Memories: Why Sharing Stories Matters for Every Generation Life is inherently uncertain. None of us can predict what tomorrow will bring, and this …
How to Let Go of Holiday Overwhelm and Find Meaning in the Season
How to Let Go of Holiday Overwhelm and Find Meaning in the Season Every year, I feel the spirit of the holidays wrap around me …
Holiday Gift Ideas That Preserve Your Family’s Memories (Christmas and Hanukkah Guide)
Bring a Little More Calm Into the New Year Every holiday season, I’m reminded that the most meaningful holiday gift ideas are the ones that …
Photo Memories That Tell Our Story
Photos That Tell a Story: Why the In-Between Moments Matter I’ve been reflecting on why our memories matter. The recent passing of my mother-in-law and …