When we write or tell our stories for future generations, we are not only listing events that explain our history, but we are sharing ourselves. It preserves our experiences, wisdom and values and creates a connection with the reader’s past; an understanding of the family that created them or from past generations. We can inspire, educate and offer guidance to our grandchildren and future generations of our extended family after we can no longer tell our stories. This telling can create a connection when we are no longer present to create one ourselves, ensuring the lessons we have learned and shared are not lost.

Let this guided journal help you to think about the stories, lessons and experiences you want to share and get it down on paper. There are thirty prompts listed with a few hints or starting points to help you think of the particular situation you want to share on each double page spread. Be sure to put a date or approximate time of the event in the date box so your reader can place it in a time-frame of history.

Each page has a beautiful color lighthouse sketch and a place to include the scripture that brings you to prompt.