It’s that time of year again — and if you are like me and my sisters, every year we fret over what to get our parents. Finding just the right meaningful gift for them each year gets more and more challenging, especially when they already have everything they need.
Last year we gave my dad the gift of telling his story which was the most meaningful and priceless gift we could have given him. He loved it!
He loved the experience of spending time with us to create it, and then of course, he loved the end product — an heirloom quality photobook that captured his life story. According to him, it is at the top of his list of favorite gifts from his girls!
I’ve found that there are actually two gifts that result from the process of story telling – the actual story in the form of a documented history, and the joy of discovery that is part of the process of learning the story in order to tell it.
You will be amazed by what you learn about your loved one, your family, and your ancestors. Most people don’t really know the impact they’ve had on someone else, or the difference they have made in the world. You can help them see what they’ve accomplished by taking them on this trip down memory lane — where they reflect on the important events and life experiences that helped shape their lives and the lives of others.
They will be touched and grateful that you want to take the time to learn about and preserve their life story.
If you are looking for a unique and meaningful gift for a loved one this year, then consider giving them the gift of telling their story.
And don’t worry it doesn’t have to be done by the holidays, you can give them a personalize gift certificate. Then once things settle down after the holidays, we’ll start working together and involve them in the process. After all, it is their story so they will appreciate having some say in how it’s told.
If you are interested in learning more about giving the gift of story telling, then request a Complimentary Curator Consultation today.
Or, if you are ready to tell your loved one’s story, then simply request a customized gift certificate by clicking on the red bow.
Have you been thinking about capturing your family history but don’t know how to get started? Check out how I can help you jump start your efforts.
Let the story telling begin!
