With a History and Political Science degree under my belt and a Truman Scholarship up my sleeve, it seemed I was headed for a career in public service. But, like many in the Bay Area during the 1990s, I became sidetracked by the many opportunities the high tech boom created. Step by step, I built a successful and rewarding career as a Human Resources Director at a software company. I happily worked late into the evenings interviewing prospective employees, planning team-building events and working with executives and managers to resolve conflicts and address performance issues. I loved my job. It seemed that I had found my calling.

Then, about ten years ago, my grandmother died. Beside the normal feelings of loss and grief, I felt a deep sense of regret that I hadn’t really known her. I was longing to ask her: “How did you manage alone with two young sons after grandpa shipped out overseas during WW2?” “What was it like to stand in the bread lines during the Depression?” My grandma always seemed a bit unsatisfied, as if she had longed to do something different in her life. I wish I would have asked her what her big dream had been.

The opportunities for these conversations died when my grandmother died. Her story died with her.

I was determined not to lose another story. I bought a video camera, read the manual, wrote out a list of questions and set out to Oregon to interview my last remaining grandparent on-camera. The experience was so profound for both me and my grandfather, that I knew I had to make this happen for other families too. I completed the Los Angeles Film School’s Digital Filmmaking program and I’ve been making life history movies and audio recordings ever since.

...and I think my clients and their families can tell. The most rewarding part of my job is watching my clients experience their Legacy Project for the first time. I love to see their delight as their life story unfolds before them on-tape or onscreen. It’s almost always an emotional experience for them - lots of tears and laughter, followed by a deep sense of pride and accomplishment.

I’ve created more than twenty film and audio projects since I opened my business nearly a decade ago. I feel very connected to each of the families I’ve worked with and have learned so much from each of my clients. I suppose that you’re wondering if you should embark on a Legacy Project with me. I hope you’ll read the testimonials and watch the sample videos on this site and that you’ll give me a call to discuss your ideas and concerns. I look forward to meeting you and helping you give the gift of a lifetime to your loved ones and future generations.