“I believe that [food] is a chance to build community and a spark. Some of those sparks lead to friendships and eventually long-lasting relationships. Kendall is one of my best friends and someone whom I consider a brother. We started together at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs and have kept in touch since. He was […]
“I Don’t Have a Story”: How to Approach Your Loved One About a Legacy Film
Every now and then, someone will call wanting to create their own legacy film, intentional about preserving their story for future generations. But more often, it’s a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew who reaches out, hoping to capture the story of someone they love. Often they call us, wondering, ‘How do I even bring this […]
No More Do-Overs
Perhaps the secret to a happy life isn’t about making the right choices so much as learning to live with the ones we do make. – Mary Louise Kelly I am the parent of a high school graduate. To experience this is another one of those life milestones that you never could quite understand until […]
A Story in a Loaf of Bread
“[B]read baking is a thing we do in a crisis. – Emily St. James, How to Bake Bread Do you remember where you were in 2020 when you realized something big was happening? I do. I wrote a blog post about “Slowing Down” on March 6, 2020 and had no idea what was unfolding, and […]
Hope Chest: Honoring Important People and Stories
One of the most impacting decisions I have ever made was to become actively involved with my mother when she was declining in her health. Thanks to Sacred Stories’ Whitney Myers, I was able to document this story and others for our children, grandchildren, and future generations. When it became evident that my mother was […]
You’re Right On Time…For A Legacy Film
“It’s not too late. You are not too old. You are right on time — and you are better than you know.” – Marianne Williamson At the end of each year, I review my list of past clients, storytellers, colleagues, and partners. I like to remember those who have died, think about (and reach out […]