Memory Video of my Parents

Memory Video of my Parents

My mom died when I was five years old from cancer, and my dad had a stroke that led to dementia when I was 24 – he passed away eight years later in 2014.  Having lost both parents early in my life and only having a few memories (in my mom’s case, no vivid memories)...
A Painting Worth a Thousand Memories

A Painting Worth a Thousand Memories

Growing up in a suburb outside of Sacramento, one of the first field trips I remember from my childhood was at the Crocker Art Museum. My mom had volunteered as one of the parent chaperones. I remember going through the exhibits, anxiously waiting to get to the next...
Hobbies, Passions, and Enjoying the Process

Hobbies, Passions, and Enjoying the Process

The biggest lesson I learned from Grandmother was the value of having hobbies, finding your passions, and no matter what-enjoying the process. My grandmother had a love for art, history, and creating new things. I loved doing arts and crafts as a kid. Grandmother was...