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Do not overlook any older digital devices and storage methods that you might have used. Precious memories may be lingering on those retired devices too! Check all of the following: Current digital camera and SD cards Old digital camera and SD cards DVDs, CDs, and floppy disks Thumb/flash drives External hard drives Old cell phones or SIM cards Old computers and tablets … [Read more...]

You might remember to download the photo galleries from your digital devices, but are you overlooking any “nooks and crannies” where photographs can be hidden? Do not forget to review your computer picture folders, email attachments, and document folders. On your tablets and cell phones check the camera roll, email attachments, text, and instant messages for photos. Since many of us receive … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]