Tag Archives: family history

D-Day and More: Keeping the Memories Alive

Posted on June 9, 2019 by

The 75th anniversary of D-Day brings up an important point: with the survivors of this heroic but tragic history disappearing every day, who will be left to tell their stories? The history books will give basic information, but it’s the … Continue reading →

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Dia de los Muertos, 2 Deaths, and Life Writing

Posted on November 4, 2018 by

I watched the animated movie Coco last night (my first time) as fitting for Dia de los Muertos as well as All Saints Day. I love the Day of the Dead celebration welcoming spirits of ancestors to come back for … Continue reading →

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Memoir is lived history

Posted on October 8, 2018 by

My mother’s birthday has passed, and I can’t believe she has been gone for six years now. The anniversary of her death comes in November, so each year as my favorite season arrives I am struck all over again with … Continue reading →

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