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Why Writing Family Stories Down Isn’t the Same as Filming Them
Many families save stories through journals and photos, but filming a life story creates something deeper... an experience that can be shared across generations.
In this post, learn why life documentaries capture more than words ever could, and how one family’s movie theater premiere revealed the power of hearing and seeing a loved one's story together.
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6 days ago3 min read


5 Stories Every Parent and Grandparent Should Share (And Why Video Matters)
Discover five meaningful stories EVERY parent and grandparent should share, and why capturing these stories ON VIDEO through a life documentary preserves family memories, voices, and connections for generations.
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Feb 173 min read


When Is the Right Time to Film a Parent or Grandparent's Life Story?
When is the right time to film a parent’s life story?
Learn why families are choosing life documentaries sooner rather than later, and how capturing stories on film preserves memories, voices, and moments for generations.
positiveemissions
Feb 33 min read


What Is a Life Documentary? And Why Families Are Choosing Film to Preserve Their Parents’ Stories
Most families don’t realize how many stories they’ve never heard until they slow down and ask.
A life documentary captures parents and grandparents sharing their memories, experiences, and reflections on film- preserving not just what they lived, but how they tell it.
Here’s what a life documentary really is, and why more families are choosing to start sooner than they think.
positiveemissions
Jan 293 min read


Why I Do This Work: When My Dad Almost Died.. and Why I Stopped Waiting to Capture His Story
My very exhausted dad (and mom) after his unexpected aortic aneurysm rupture and 11+ days in the ICU I’ll never forget the day I got the call I had always dreaded. I was out walking with my family when I heard the news: my dad had suffered a sudden ruptured aortic aneurysm while visiting family in Arkansas. It was a moment that felt like time stood still . By the grace of God, he survived — though statistically, he shouldn’t have. My sister and I drove down to Arkansas from
positiveemissions
Nov 10, 20252 min read


Why I Do This Work: My Grandpa’s Final Days and the Power of his recorded voice
Visiting my grandpa in the hospital during his final days is a memory I hold close. I knew it was likely the last time I would see him, and with that awareness came a deep ache to hold onto everything I could. We had always shared a special bond . He wasn’t just a grandparent — he was one of the kindest men I’ve ever known to exist . Steady, gentle, thoughtful. He made people feel safe and loved, simply by being who he was. That day, I asked him about his life — how he met m
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Oct 21, 20252 min read


How I went From treating cancer to film making
I didn’t set out to be a documentary filmmaker. For over 15 years, I worked in radiation oncology, treating cancer patients day in and...
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Oct 7, 20252 min read


The Day My Husband Nearly Died, and What It Taught Me About life
If you had told me that one Sunday afternoon would change everything, I might not have believed you. Bringing our girls to visit, trying...
positiveemissions
Sep 23, 20253 min read


The Diagnosis That Changed My Life
(and Inspired My Passion for Capturing Stories) When I was in high school, I thought I just needed glasses. My vision was getting...
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Sep 11, 20252 min read


The Power of Conversation - Part 3
Sometimes we may not always feel like it, but we all have a story to tell. Each one of us, with our unique experiences, perspectives, and...
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May 13, 20244 min read


Discovering Hidden Treasures - Part 2
When I first decided to sit down with my grandparents to create a life documentary, I thought I knew what to expect. After all, I had...
positiveemissions
Nov 29, 20233 min read


A Trip Down Memory Lane- Part 1
Take A Trip Down Memory Lane Creating a family life documentary is a journey that begins with a single step—a step into the treasure...
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Nov 7, 20232 min read


Uncovering Family Treasures: The Journey through a Life Documentary- A 6 Part Series -
Uncover the Tapestry of Your Family's Story Welcome to a journey that goes back in time—a journey into the heart of your family's...
positiveemissions
Oct 16, 20232 min read


Preserving Family Legacies: How Documentary Film Making Captures and Shares Your Loved One's Stories
A Meaningful Gift for Grandparents and Parents In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we often overlook the treasure trove of...
positiveemissions
Oct 5, 20233 min read
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