Roots, War & The Soul

Healing through Story

Description:  Researching and writing the stories of our military ancestors may provide awareness of family patterns, inherited trauma, our ancestors experiences, secrets, and can take on a journey we never expected.  Journey with Jennifer into the past through story.  Learn how researching and traveling in her ancestors’ footsteps facilitated her healing and healing for the world. A handout of writing prompts and research tips will be provided.

Details:

This was recorded on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 as part of the programs for the Virginia War Memorial Foundation Online. Watch the replay and download the handout (in the video description).

Roots, War & The Soul

Writing Your Military Stories

Description: Writing the stories of our military ancestors can create awareness, community, and healing in our families and lives. In this hands-on workshop, Jennifer will be your storyteller and guide you on a journey into the past. You will learn a few basics of military research, how to start writing, what to write, and you will be given writing prompts to write during the program. Sharing your writing is optional.

Details:

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

11:00 a.m. CDT

Bolingbrook Public Library, Bolingbrook, IL