by Cheryl | Jul 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
Published in the Lackawanna Historical Society newsletter Have you ever held an old photograph and felt transported to another time? Perhaps it was a sepia-toned portrait of a great-grandparent whose life you’ve only heard about in stories. Or maybe it was an image of...
by Cheryl | Jul 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
Published in the Lackawanna Historical Society newsletter In my previous article, I offered a bit of insight into why it’s important to create an archive for your family—and even for your community. But let’s be honest: understanding the importance and actually doing...
by Cheryl | Jul 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
Published in the Lackawanna Historical Society newsletter There’s something comforting about having a box (or five) of old photos tucked away in the closet or attic. We think, “At least we still have them.” Or “there are so many and the kids don’t care, so why...
by Cheryl | Jul 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
Published in the Lackawanna Historical Society newsletter It’s holiday time. While your mind may be racing with lists of gifts to buy, parties to attend, and end-of-year plans to manage, I’d like to invite you to picture something different—a quieter, more intentional...
by Cheryl | Jul 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
In my recent article, I invited you to begin your family archive not with a plan or a system—but by simply following what catches your eye. If you tried that, you may have noticed something. It felt… different. Maybe a little quieter.Maybe a little slower.Maybe even a...
