For Memorial Day this year I scanned photos of our grandparents, labeled them with their names, laminated them and attached them to skewers. On the back I put the following:
"We are gathering memories of a rich heritage filled
with amazing individuals you can learn more about
them at our family blog: (blog address was added).
If you have stories, photos, or memories you would
like to share please contact: (email address was added)."
As we went to the various graves these photos were placed in the ground by the headstones. It was fun to see the reaction of the grandchildren as they were able to put a name and a face together. It was also interesting to see the reaction of the various extended family members. The photos lead to reflections and comments which lead to stories and ultimately I was able to locate several other graves that I was previously unaware of.
I received a phone call and an email in response to this little endeavor! I love it when "my village" starts to communicate! It was a fun activity and one I hope to repeat and enlarge upon in the years to come!
I actually put the photos in a separate file so that next year, if I choose to do so, I can simply reprint them and continue to add to my Memorial Day memories.
