Memories

But, thanks for the memory:
Of every touch a thrill. I’ve been through the mill.
I’ve lived a lot and learned a lot……..

Our elders have learned a lot through the years. They have so much to share with us. They have many, many experiences tucked under their belt, many stories to tell.
Wouldn’t it be nice if those memories were recorded for future generations? This can be done in several different ways. A scrapbook, a journal, a tape recording, or a video recording of them telling those stories—relating those many experiences. Lessons learned to be handed down through the family.
I know that we adults live busy lives and some of you are thinking “When would I find the time?” It doesn’t have to be you. Possibly there is a child or teenager in the family who would love to be a ‘reporter’ and interview the elder and record or videotape it. They could take the time to put together a scrapbook of photos, newspaper clippings, photocopies of diplomas, certificates, birth announcements, etc. The child would benefit from such an interactive activity and the elder would feel like he/she were contributing something worthwhile.
For further information and ideas, see this article……
Preserve Life Stories