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Storytelling is not a lost art. Here are some ways on how you can deliver fun but effective stories.

People who have lost a loved one, either a human or animal, search for ways to remember and at least keep a memory alive. Sharing stories helps us remember those good days and the joy that loved one brought to us. We may no longer to enjoy their fun and love in this existence, but the memory can remind us of the emotions and experiences we had together.

"When a grandparent dies, it is like a library has burned down." This old African saying has taught me the value of listening and sharing family stories. As we approach the holidays, it is even more important to turn off the Television and turn on to each other and the family stories we share. Do you know what was your dad's favorite Christmas or Hanukkah gift as a young child? Do you know why your grandmother makes her special cookies?