It could be a video, a letter, a scrapbook, or artwork.
By doing so, you’llcreate connectionswith loved ones, present and future.
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Writing it down can facilitate getting those intimate thoughts out so that those we love know how we feel.
You design when you want them to be read, who they are for, and what they say.
Video can capture and preserve your essence.
It can be as simple as using a cell phone camera or employing the skills of a professional crew.
It’s in your hands.
Painting, making pottery, or sculpting can communicate something essential about you.
It doesn’t matter if it’s “good,” it matters that it came from you.
If you play an instrument, you could record a favorite piece of music.
Sing alone, with others, or with a grandchildwhatever feels most empowering and meaningful.
Document Family Recipes
Cooking is one way people form strong bonds as a family.
However, many times the steps involved in creating a favorite dish aren’t written down.
Your legacy can involve making sure it doesn’t.
Gather what you know about your family, and perhaps talk to others about their memories.
you might create a permanent record digitally or on paper.
you could also contribute to the preservation of a natural area that you love.
Start a Scholarship Fund
Funds for students who need financial help are a true gift for the recipient.
They are likely always to carry your memory.
Talk to the institution of your choice to explore the options for starting a fund.
Summary
Legacy projects can be uplifting during difficult times, including for people with metastatic breast cancer.
Legacy projects can also contribute to the world, financially or otherwise.
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