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How to be Successful on Your Resolution to Catch Up Preserving Your Photos

Jennifer Wise — Fri, 05 Jan 2018 15:00:26 +0000

Catching up on preserving photos is a common New Year’s Resolution. Even when it’s not an official Resolution, it’s a common goal. I quite often hear people talk about their need to catch up doing something with their photos. This month on Evolve’s #familyhistoryfriday, we will focus on solutions for your resolutions. We will learn […]

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What’s Your One Word?

Krista Palo — Wed, 03 Jan 2018 15:00:32 +0000

What are your thoughts on New Years Resolutions? According to a study conducted on January 1, 2017, about 41% of Americans usually make New Years Resolutions, yet only 9.2% of those actually felt they were successful in achieving their resolutions. That may be why about 42% of Americans absolutely never make New Years Resolutions. The […]

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Family Heirloom Recipe: Iranian Cucumber Salad

Jennifer Wise — Fri, 29 Dec 2017 15:00:12 +0000

A recipe seems to be one of those things that families hang on to, not just because it’s traditional, but because it is tried and true. One family recipe that is sure to become an heirloom recipe in our family is– believe it or not –Iranian Cucumber Salad. (No, I’m not Iranian.) When I was […]

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Guest Post from Life Tales Books: Why Your Family Needs its Stories

Jennifer Wise — Fri, 22 Dec 2017 15:00:46 +0000

Family stories, family narrative, family history. They exist when Mom tells you the story of how Grandma and Grandpa met. They exist when you tell your kids, “My dad always said…” Have you ever considered that family stories aren’t just warm fuzzies but necessities? Did you know they can quite literally preserve memories? Every family […]

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“I Can’t Believe They’re Not Brownie’s” Cookies

Krista Palo — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 15:00:25 +0000

I am a big fan of brownies. They are chocolaty and gooey in the middle, and they just taste, well, heavenly. But sometimes they are just a mess to eat… In general, my go to dessert is cookies. They make the perfect individual serving sizes, and somehow I don’t feel as bad when I eat […]

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Using Music to Create A Sacred Christmas

Krista Palo — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 15:00:24 +0000

Christmas is arguably my favorite time of year. Christmas lights decorate homes and trees, and brighten shorter days. Festive music plays, and children are excited for gifts and we enjoy the spirit of giving. Hopefully, we remember the birth of our Savior and try to be more like Him through love and service to each […]

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Finding Friends in Your Family

Jennifer Wise — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 15:00:57 +0000

Learning about your family history gives you a glimpse into the history of you, but it also gives you opportunities to find friends in your own family. Working together and playing together (even if it has to be scheduled in today’s hectic life) give family members opportunities to talk, accomplish something together, or just have […]

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Why Knowing Family Stories is a Necessity

Jennifer Wise — Fri, 08 Dec 2017 15:00:33 +0000

When I was growing up, 2017 sounded like it would involve flying cars. Really, though, things aren’t that different from 1985. Are they? Houses are houses and cars are cars. We go to school and work. And yet, things ARE different. With so many available activities and distractions now, family connections are harder to come […]

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Your Family History in a Recipe

Jennifer Wise — Fri, 01 Dec 2017 15:00:38 +0000

Did you know you can find your family history in a recipe? It’s true. Since a family history is just a family’s story, recipes, meals, traditions, and celebrations are part of that story. From simple comfort food to fancy holiday dishes, you can find family history in a recipe. Cookbooks and recipes are one fun, […]

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Praline Sweet Potato Bake

Krista Palo — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 15:00:47 +0000

As my mom can attest, I kind of have a thing for sweet potatoes. They are just fabulous, especially when you add brown sugar! This Praline Sweet Potato recipe is on my to make list every year for Thanksgiving and Christmas. This is also a great make ahead recipe. Bake the sweet potatoes in their […]

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