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The Impermanence of WordPress for Family History Archives and How to Avoid the Pitfalls
WordPress has become a popular platform for individuals and families to create websites and blogs dedicated to documenting and sharing their family history. While this platform offers many advantages, such as ease of use, customization options, and a wide variety of themes and plugins, it also has its drawbacks when it comes to preserving family…
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Preserving Family History with QR Codes and Audio Narratives: A Modern Approach to Cherishing Memories
As technology continues to evolve, new opportunities arise for preserving and sharing our family history. One innovative approach involves combining the power of photography, audio recordings, and QR codes to create interactive photo albums that bring memories to life. In this article, we will explore the benefits of this method and provide a step-by-step guide…
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Vlogging: A Modern Approach to Preserving Family History
In today’s digital age, vlogging – or video blogging – has emerged as a popular and accessible way for individuals to document their lives, share experiences, and connect with others. But beyond its entertainment value, vlogging also offers a unique opportunity to preserve family history in a dynamic and engaging format. In this article, we’ll…
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Planning a Trip to Digitize Your Relative’s Media for Family History Preservation
Taking the time to visit a relative and digitize their collection of photos, videos, and other media can be an invaluable contribution to preserving your family history. Not only will this help to safeguard precious memories, but it will also provide an opportunity for you and your relative to connect and share stories. In this…
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7 Tips for Gathering Photos to Preserve Your Family History
Visual storytelling plays a crucial role in preserving family history and ensuring that future generations have a window into the lives of their ancestors. Photographs, in particular, offer a unique and powerful way to capture moments, relationships, and emotions. In this article, we will explore seven tips for gathering and organizing photos to create a…
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Crafting a Poignant and Vivid Obituary: A Guide to Honoring a Loved One’s Memory
An obituary is more than just an announcement of someone’s passing; it’s a tribute that captures the essence of their life, their personality, and their impact on others. Writing a poignant and vivid obituary can be a challenging task, especially during a time of grief. However, with thoughtful reflection and attention to detail, you can…
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Creating a Monthly Family Zine: A Fun and Inspiring Way to Document Your Family History
Family history is more than just names and dates – it’s about capturing the essence of our lives, our stories, and our connections. A fantastic way to engage your children in this process is by creating a monthly family zine together. This fun and collaborative project not only encourages creativity but also helps you document…
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Preserving Your Children’s Refrigerator Art: A Cherished Piece of Family History
As parents, we’ve all been there – our little ones excitedly hand us their latest masterpiece, and we proudly display it on the refrigerator for all to see. But as time passes and new drawings replace old ones, we may wonder how to keep these precious memories alive. In this article, we’ll explore some creative…
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Organizing a Card Shower: A Step-by-Step Guide
A card shower is a heartwarming way to celebrate a special occasion or show support for someone going through a challenging time. It involves gathering a group of people to send cards, letters, or notes to the recipient, creating a “shower” of love and well-wishes. Whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or to offer…
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Crafting Your Legacy: A Guide to Creating a Family History Book
A family history book is a beautiful way to preserve and share the stories, memories, and experiences of your ancestors. It’s a tangible connection to your past, a treasure trove of wisdom and love that can be passed down through generations. If you’re interested in creating a family history book but don’t know where to…
Family Scrolls is dedicated to creating living, rich media histories. My name is Briyan Baker and I’ve always loved exploring my family history. My career in the graphic arts industry has allowed me to explore all kinds of creative uses for multimedia materials: audio, video, text, photos, graphics, etc., and bring them to life while telling vivid, engaging stories.
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