What's In Your Shoebox? Preserving Your Family History

Not everyone wants to write a novel, but it seems as if everybody’s got that box full of old photos, bundles of letters, birth certificates or marriage licenses. Or, they wish they had such a box. Some people know a little, some know a lot about the family members in the pictures and the stories behind them. I often

hear, “I wish I knew more…” or “One of these days, I’ve got to write that story!” If you’re ready to dust that box off, but you’re not quite sure what to do next, and if the whole task seems overwhelming, try these organizing steps. You may well find they will lead to surprising discoveries and enjoyable experiences along the way to creating a precious family legacy project.

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