5 inspiring quotes about writing your life

Words from seasoned memoirists remind us that writing about our lives isn’t just an act of preservation—it’s an act of connection, reflection, and courage.

memoir & writingDawn M. RoodeJanuary 26, 2026inspiration from published memoirists, quotes from famous memoirists about what it's like to write about your life, what memoirsists say about their experience of writingComment

How will you be remembered?

Have you ever thought that your most valuable assets are intangible? Your legacy is more than the financial security you leave behind—it’s your life’s story.

why tell your stories?Dawn M. RoodeJanuary 12, 2026why holistic estate planning is important, how to leave a legacy that passes on both financial assets and values, how can i make a will that passes on money and valuesComment

A year’s worth of journal writing prompts

Stay inspired with 52 weekly writing prompts for journaling and family history. Capture memories, dreams, and stories big and small. Bonus: Downloadable guide!

memoir & writingDawn M. RoodeDecember 22, 2025writing prompts for personal stories, journal writing prompt, memoir writing inspiration, autobiographical writing prompts, journaling practice inspirationComment

Life Story Links: December 16, 2025

Our final curated roundup before the new year includes lots about memoir (reading and writing!) as well as inspirational pieces on legacy and family history.

curated roundupsDawn M. RoodeDecember 16, 2025curated list of stories for family historians, family history in the news, personal history in the newsComment

Missing a loved one this holiday season?

Dawn Roode offers up four suggestions for further reading (and listening) for anyone who, like her, is missing a friend or family member during the holidays.

dawn's musings, remember lost loved onesDawn M. RoodeDecember 8, 2025holiday grief, remembering lost loved ones, sharing stories about lost loved onesComment

Life Story Links: December 2, 2025

This week’s curated roundup is on the short but mighty! Find recent stories about our bodies holding our stories, the Memory of the World Register, and more.

curated roundupsDawn M. RoodeDecember 2, 2025curated list of stories for family historians, family history in the news, personal history in the newsComment

4 inspiring quotes about delving into your family history

I hope these quotes from my commonplace book remind you why family history and stories of our ancestors matter—and why now is always the best time to delve in.

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Life Story Links: November 18, 2025

This week’s curated roundup has great recent reads of interest to family historians, memoirists, and memory-keepers, plus a bunch of social media shorts.

curated roundupsDawn M. RoodeNovember 18, 2025curated list of stories for family historians, family history in the news, personal history in the newsComment