Most families have boxes of photos and no real plan for them. There are albums tucked into closets and old videos on hard drives. Stories come up at holidays and then disappear again, with everyone hoping that someone turned on their smartphone to record. This is how we care for most of our memories. The […]
What’s Included in the Cost of the Legacy Film?
“What’s the value?, What are the benefits to my family and me?, Will this feel safe? Will this be worth it? Will someone take care of these important stories for me?” These are the questions behind the question about what is included in the cost of a legacy film. With your purchase of a Legacy […]
Story of a Lifetime Contest
One of the highlights of 2025 was partnering with the Cummings Home Team on a truly special client giveaway. As part of a “Story of a Lifetime Sweepstakes” contest, they gifted a legacy film to one lucky client. Hearing about the heartfelt entries was such a joy. Congratulations to Marcia Clark of Leander, the well-deserved […]
Your Stories Brought to Life: The Power of Family Legacy Videos
Shortly after my great-grandad passed away, my aunt scanned and sent us a series of letters that he had written to his daughter, my grandmother. He and my grandmother were both avid genealogists and knew the importance of sharing family stories for future generations, so these were comprehensive letters telling of the joys and hardships […]
The Gifts Keep Coming
My mother was an interviewer with the US Census Bureau for over thirty years. She knew the importance of an accurate answer. But this time, the stakes were not congressional appropriations based on unemployment figures that year. This was more personal. This was her life. She was nervous, and excited. She was on the other […]
Falling Leaves and Rising Memories: Seasons as a Guide for Storytelling
I’ve been reminiscing with those living with dementia for years. Recently, I led a fall-themed story-sharing session with a group of seniors experiencing early-stage memory loss. What unfolded during our time together moved and surprised me. As participants shared their recollections, I felt myself swept into my own autumn memories: hayrides, pumpkin carving, fall festivals, […]