Holding to Our Roots When the World Feels Unsteady
These past few weeks have reminded many of us how quickly the headlines can stir worry and sadness. Families may feel a mix of grief, confusion, or simply the need to gather close. Moments like these are a gentle nudge to turn toward the things that give us steadiness—our heritage and the stories of those who came before us.
Turning to Family History This October
Autumn is a season of remembering. Here are a few timely ways to honor your ancestors and strengthen family connections:
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Harvest Heritage Night
Invite relatives for a potluck where each dish comes from an old family recipe.
Record who made what and the memories each dish evokes. Don't forget to take pictures! -
Ancestor Spotlight
Choose one ancestor and research what their life looked like in October—harvest chores, school routines, fall festivals. Share the story (and any photos) on social media or in a family newsletter. -
Autumn Cemetery Walk
A peaceful walk through a local cemetery can be both beautiful and grounding. Take photographs of headstones and upload them to a site like Find A Grave or FamilySearch to help others with their research. -
Spooky—but True—Family Tales
Host a “family campfire night” (real or virtual) where each person tells a mysterious or funny story from the family tree. Think ghost stories with a genealogy twist. -
October Memory Jar
Throughout the month, family members write down a favorite fall memory or an ancestor they’re grateful for and place it in a jar. Read them aloud on Halloween All Saints Day.
When news feels unsettling, grounding ourselves in family stories can bring perspective and peace. Our ancestors lived through wars, depressions, and upheavals of their own. Their resilience can steady us now—and our own records will steady future generations.
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