Discovering Your Stories

Our heritage is a priceless commodity, it is a record of the precious moments in our history that define who we are, where we come from. In our society now days everyone yearns for the sense of belonging that comes from being a part of a family. Too often we let society tell the stories and dictate what values are of importance to us. Most stories that we hear in our society come from the media. News, music, movies, novels. But is the media telling the stories that are important to you and your family. The media and society in general will gladly encourage someone feeling lost, or someone without a sense of belonging. It will offer options of what we should or should not be. But, often times these stories and values are in stark contrast to the values and insights that we find valuable in our own homes. It is no wonder that without the direction and inspiration of a loving family to offer guidance and direction, that those who are lost find that hope elsewhere. By storybooking as a family you’re creating a heritage for your family right now that can show them “What It Means To Be A ________’, so that they don’t become lost. When I take a photo, I am saying “you are special to me”. I want to remember this moment, and everything that went into that special moment. I try to capture all of the thoughts, feelings, sights, sounds and smells that were happening. I don’t want my family to be lost. I want them to know what I believe is important and why it is important to me.