Kids love to touch, hold and hear the background stories about old photographs. Spend some quality family time looking through old photo albums. It is fun for kids to imagine what life was like when you were young. They can also ponder what the future holds for them. Now that we can make digital backups of our albums, it is easier than ever to let kids to take a “hands on” approach with printed … [Read more...]
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Share the Love
During this month, also set aside some time to look at family albums with an older loved one. Immerse yourself in a few hours of reminiscing. If you are able, set up a video camera and capture the stories being told while strolling down memory lane. What a great “time capsule” for future generations. Wrap yourself in the gratitude you'll receive in return for your efforts. … [Read more...]
Preserve Handwritten Love
Many of us have family member’s handwritten recipes that we simply adore. It is fun to see the handwriting of our loved ones, as we recreate our favorite childhood dishes. As time passed, we had to recopy the original recipes as they became worn and stained. Unfortunately by doing so, we lost the handwriting of our family members. Luckily, now we can take digital photographs of these beloved … [Read more...]
Love That Lasts
Paper doesn't last forever. Those old photographs that have yellowed and cracked with age hold special character, but they will continue to deteriorate. Soon there will be nothing left of them. Show them some love by having them digitized. Then preserve the originals, by storing them in special photo safe boxes. … [Read more...]