Tell Me Your Life Story, Dad: A Father’s Guided Journal and Memory Keepsake Book (Tell Me Your Life Story® Series Books)

I bought both this sage green PERFECT paperback; short, easy but thought provoking questioning journal for my father - and the matching blush pink journal for my mother. Both received 24 hours after ordering; good packaging. They are beautiful with a well bound spine. My dad is 82 and my mom is 80. I'm the sole surviving daughter at 59 years old. So I will treasure these books as my mom has dementia. Then will my 34-year-old daughter, whom I'll give it to in time, and she'll give it to their great-granddaughter, my 4-year-old granddaughter later. The questions are a lifetime of a wide array of easy to understand topics (good, esp with cognitive decline or memory loss). I'm thankful for the arrival on time for Christmas. May my parents be with me through the holiday. I'll treasure these. They're excellent paperback material; both in a beautiful mat finished color. My fathers is sage green (not boring brown or gray), and my mother's is the blush/mauve. I bought paperbacks yet thought I would prefer the hardcover BUT due to the mat cover material and large size, it gives an elegant and a more expensive look to the book. 200 questions are sufficient, if not too many for their ages. But thankful for that many questions. Lined paper for answers allows for a clean reply per page and makes it easy for the challenge of cognitive decline. It'll be a very sweet keepsake. At 59 with arthritis, I took a closed pen, acted like I was writing on it, opened the books wide at spine and it didn't collapse on my hands as "too heavy or difficult to see paperback" so it won't be too hard for the elderly. I know both my parents, particularly my father, will really enjoy writing out answers, taking a stroll down memory lane; which in itself is therapeutic for those who have dementia/alzheimer's, or cognitive/memory care issues. I STRONGLY suggest this book for parents of all ages, but esp senior or the elderly for Christmas, or any occasion! It will be a keepsake and a family heirloom for sure. Writing answers is exercise, especially with arthritic fingers and mind, brain, memory deficits; makes it an excellent idea! I'm extremely happy! You won't be dissatisfied. I wouldn't mind buying one for myself to leave to my loved ones. 💕 UDATE: My Dad loved his book and he's looking forward to filling it out and set himself on Christmas Day that he appreciated the leading questions. My mother has moderate to severe dementia and it did scare her, afraid she would not be able to recall but those leading questions again helped. And her caregiver and I can help her to answer, again the lined pages helps especially if she's losing her ability to write as easily and pretty as she once did. Please, be sure to get this for a loved one so they're life and legacy can live on in their own special story. 💞

Getting the "Tell Me Your Life Story, Dad" for my dad has been one of the best gifts I’ve ever given him. Here’s why:A Thoughtful Keepsake:Although my dad isn’t much of a writer, I know he’s going to take his time filling out this book over the years. The prompts are thoughtful and make it easy for him to share his stories, memories, and experiences. This book is something I’ll cherish forever, and it’s comforting to know that I’ll have a piece of him to pass down through generations.Perfect for Any Dad:This journal is perfect for any father, whether he’s sentimental or not. The guided questions help draw out stories and memories that might otherwise go untold. Even if your dad isn’t the type to sit down and write, this book encourages him to reflect and share in a way that feels natural.Invaluable Memories:The value of this book goes far beyond the few bucks it costs. The memories and stories it will bring are priceless. I can already imagine looking back at it years from now and feeling a deep connection to my dad through his words. It’s a beautiful way to remember him and keep his legacy alive.Final Thoughts:If you’re looking for a meaningful gift for your dad, this journal is definitely worth considering. It’s not just a book—it’s a keepsake filled with memories that will last a lifetime. Whether your dad is a natural storyteller or someone who needs a little nudge, this book is a perfect way to capture his life and wisdom. Highly recommended!

I bought this for a co-worker that became a dad for the first time. He loves this book and has already started writing in it. I wish I had something like this when my kids were babies because I received a book similar to this and it's a lot harder to go back and write 20-30 years about my earlier life and life with my kids. It's a great book, a good gift and it creates memories.

Originally got it as a father's day gift in 2023.It is thought provoking, it is also a great mental stimulus and prodding.Asking key questions, that I am anxious to answer for my 4 children, 3 grands.In my entries, I'm being totally candid.Sharing stories, strengths, weaknesses, home runs and strikeouts.Kind of like writing a eulogy while still alive.After adding another entry, I date each entry, so my surviving family will have a Timeline.How old was dad when he wrote this or thought that.Book is available inMomDadGrandpa, etc....I need to be more faithful and have an entry per week.As in my sixties each day, each breath a gift

This was a good way for our father to open up about his history, for not only his children, but his grandchildren.

I got this "Tell Me Your Life Story, Dad" journal for my dad on Father's Day, and it's been such a great experience. The journal is filled with questions that helped my dad open up and share stories from his life that I had never heard before.The prompts are really well thought out, covering everything from his childhood to his career and even his thoughts on life. It made him remember and talk about so many interesting and fun memories.What I loved most was sitting with him and hearing these stories. It brought us closer and gave me a new appreciation for his experiences. The journal itself is nice and sturdy with plenty of space for writing, and it looks great too.If you're looking for a meaningful gift that will create lasting memories, I highly recommend this journal. It's been a fantastic way for us to connect and for me to learn more about my dad's life.

Perfect for storing all the beautiful memories. Fun to do together. Asks good questions. Hasn't got much space, as far as blank pages.

Sweet gift for my father in law (if he'll fill it out LOL). Good variety of prompts.