Show your Love in an Album

I've been spending even more time than usual lately thinking about the power of our photos and our stories.  My Dad, George Weinschenk, recently passed away, just shy of his 90th birthday.  A few years ago I made a book for him and another for Mom thanking them for all of the things they taught me growing up.  They were simple books with random stories and pictures.  But they had a huge impact. 

Many studies have been done on the power of albums in a person's life.  They are a powerful tool to help build self-esteem and belonging in the life of

a child.  But they are also a powerful tool and a symbol of love for anyone, regardless of age.

In an album you can document your feelings and your experiences.  By putting it in an album it is not just said once to your loved one but they can pick it up over and over again.  Many teens have been found with their albums in their bedrooms reading them when they are having the typical teenage struggles with their parents.  The album gives them hope and tells them you loved them enough to take the time to document something special in their life and add words of love and encouragement. 

Creative Memories has created an "Album of Hope" that you can easily make to give to your loved one.  This is particularly meaningful for a graduate or someone who has been going through a hard time.  If you want to create your Album of Hope as a digital book, you can get a free download of the template here.  All you do is add your own photos and a letter at the beginning of the book.  You can also make these albums in the traditional or PicFolio style. 

I so believe in the power of these books that I am willing to work with you for FREE if you don't want to make the book yourself.  I will make the book

for you using your photos and your letter.  Just contact me so we can get started.

Click here to see some Album of Hope examples. 

I would encourage you to also think about making an album for someone in your life that has made a difference.  Take the time to say thank you now.  Life is short and it would mean so much to that person to know they impacted your life in such a positive way.  Too often we wait until it is too late to say thanks. 

I am here to help you, all you have to do is ask. 

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