What’s One Thing About Your Dad You’ll Never Forget?
What’s a small moment with your dad or grandfather that still makes you smile? Or felt magical somehow? ❤️
My dad had a great “dumb human trick.” He had these huge hands, and when we were in the swimming pool, he could scoop up water and squirt it out of his hands across the pool with incredible accuracy. My brother and I would beg him to do it again and again because we thought it was the coolest thing ever.
In the pool with my dad and brother, 1966
Me and my dad
What I remember most, though, was the look on his face — this big grin while we laughed and squealed and tried to dodge the water. He was always playful and kind about it. Never mean. Never trying to nail us in the face. Just pure joy in making his kids laugh.
My dad passed away in 2022, and those little memories — along with the stories of his life — feel more precious to me now than ever before.
Father’s Day has a way of reminding us how quickly time moves. One day you’re hearing the same old family story for the hundredth time… and one day you realize you’d give anything to hear it again.
Here’s a simple idea:The next time you talk with your dad or grandfather, ask if you can record a short conversation on your phone. Start easy. Ask things like:
• What did you love doing as a kid?• What was your first job?• What’s something you learned the hard way?• Who influenced your life the most?
You don’t need a formal interview to begin saving someone’s story. You just need curiosity, love, and a willingness to listen. Sometimes the smallest conversations become the greatest treasures.
This Father’s Day, consider giving a gift that says:✨ Your story matters. ✨
At Stories to Last, we created our hardcover guided life story journals to help dads and grandfathers preserve their memories, wisdom, adventures, family history, photos, and reflections for future generations.
Inside you’ll find:
Thoughtful, optional prompts covering many stages of life
Space for photos, memorabilia, handwritten notes, or typed responses
Inspirational quotes, tips, and even a little humor to keep it engaging
A flexible, low-pressure format that feels meaningful — not like homework
Beautiful hardcover keepsake books designed to last for generations
For Grandfathers:My Grandfather’s Story: I Want to Hear It All
For Dads:My Dad’s Story: I Want to Hear It All
And if you’d rather create something even more personalized, our storyteller-interviewers at Stories to Last work one-on-one with individuals and families to create custom memoirs and legacy books through caring interviews and professional storytelling.
One client shared:
“I truly enjoyed the process and am delighted with the result. I know many will want to explore their own lives through this unique opportunity. I’m appreciative for my personal team at Stories to Last for making this book: My life—come to life.”— Stephen
And from a family member reading his father’s completed story:
“I both cried and laughed while reading it. I loved how closely you kept my dad’s spoken voice — it made everything feel authentic and personal. I’m so grateful to have this.”— Michael
Stories connect us. They remind us we’re more alike than different. They help families laugh, remember, heal, and stay connected across generations.
This Father’s Day, don’t just give a gift.Give a story worth keeping.
