When families set out to preserve their legacies, they often feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to begin. The thought of sorting through decades of photos or capturing the stories and memories of loved ones can be daunting. Many find themselves paralyzed by the enormity of the task because they can’t decide whether to start […]
Living a Legacy….Now
If you walked into our office, the first thing you’d see is a gigantic “Before I Die I want to…”board hanging on the left wall of the entryway. Initially, this might sound a bit morbid, sure. I’ve had clients react to the board with raised eyebrows and confused looks. But then, they start to read […]
Pack Some Stories for Your Travels
Travel is a great opportunity for story-sharing. Whether staying close to home or heading somewhere far away, the awe and rest we discover on our journey can lead to self-reflection. There are also great opportunities for conversation on road trips or extended adventures. Here are my favorite ideas for bringing story-sharing into your travels and […]
ICLIP Recap
I’m a member of the International Center for Life Story Innovation and Practice (ICLIP), and, earlier this month, I attended the ICLIP virtual conference. This is my second time to attend the conference. I spoke at the 2022 conference while finishing my graduate studies at the University of Connecticut. This year’s conference was an opportunity […]
Hummingbirds & A Brief History
“Listen to people, really. Even yourself.” – Steve Garnaas-Holmes A few people have asked recently about the hummingbird in our logo. I’m always grateful when people inquire about our business name and logo because I love the opportunity to share a little of my story. In 2017, I produced my first video biography. At that time, I didn’t have […]
For foster and adoptive parents, ‘family’ has many definitions
Polka-dot gift bags with crinkly tissue paper lined the table as a giant balloon in the shape of the numeral “9” swayed under the air-conditioned breeze just enough to elicit excited barks from our Golden Retriever puppy, Autumn. Atop the “Happy Birthday” paper plates enveloped in pastel hues and dotted with confetti was a slice […]