Tell Me Your Life Story, Mom: A Mother’s Guided Journal and Memory Keepsake Book (Tell Me Your Life Story® Series Books)

I bought this for my 80 year old mother with dementia. It can be intimidating for one who has not had to be honest with their past before. Still, It will be a good project to help her mind/brain/memory skills. The leading questions make it very helpful v. a notebook or normal journal. I'm going to buy one for her husband who has Alzheimer's & memory issues; the two of them can choose a time to do this together for their two only surviving 50 + y/o daughters; myself and my step-sister. It's a great gift for anyone but especially a senior or elderly person. The material of the paperback is a soft mat finish and lovely pale pink. It gives the book a more expensive look than it was. It's large but not heavy. Easy pages stay open for my 59 y/o arthritic hands. And the lined pages for writing helps even a shaky Parkinson's hand. I'm very happy with it! I bought one for my own father as well, the sage green is also lovely, not too masculine. (Update: dad received his, it's a project he'll do but apparently he has some well kept secrets, and the leading questions make him go to a place mentally he wasn't prepared to go). Its challenging for him, but he's doing it. It's a great choice for birthday, Christmas, or anytime gift all the way around! A keepsake I will enjoy and hand down to my 35-y/o daughter, and she will hand down to her 5-y/o daughter, in time. (Their great grand-daughter). Definitely an heirloom piece and time-stamp for the younger generations of family. 💞

I absolutely love this book. The questions are simple but I believe allow the reader to gain a different perspective of the written. I was moved to tears thinking of how special this will be for my children when they are older and I'm no longer here to tell stories of my life to them. I only wish I had something like this from my mother and father. It starts here with me! Purchase the book....and then fill it out. You'll be glad you did.

I recently purchased "Tell Me Your Life Story, Mom" for my girlfriend for Mother’s Day, and it has been a wonderful gift. Her daughters were immediately interested and eager for her to start working on the book.

Pros:

Engaging Prompts: The guided journal contains thoughtful prompts that make it easy for mom to reflect on and share her life experiences. Beautiful Keepsake: The quality of the book is excellent, with sturdy pages and a lovely design, making it a cherished keepsake for years to come. Interactive and Fun: My girlfriend’s daughters were so excited and involved, wanting to help mom with the book right away. It turned into a delightful family activity. Emotional Connection: This journal has already brought our family closer, as it encourages sharing and understanding each other’s histories and stories. Cons:

Time-Consuming: Given its detailed nature, it requires a significant time commitment, but the end result is well worth it. Overall Experience: Overall, "Tell Me Your Life Story, Mom" is an exceptional gift that fosters deeper connections and preserves precious memories. It has provided hours of meaningful engagement for my girlfriend and her daughters, making it a perfect choice for Mother’s Day or any special occasion. Highly recommended!