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They Never Told Me Their Story—That’s Why I’m Sharing Mine

Written by Fayomi Fashanu | Aug 13, 2025 3:00:00 PM

There’s a moment most of us come to—sometimes after a loss, sometimes in quiet reflection—when we realize:

There were so many things I never asked.

Not because we didn’t care.
But because we were busy, or young, or didn’t know what to ask at the time.

And now, the chance is gone.
Their stories, their voices, their truths—vanished into memory.

The Questions We Didn’t Think to Ask

  • What was your childhood really like?

  • Who was your first love?

  • How did you make tough decisions?

  • What did you dream of becoming?

  • What scared you? What changed you?

Looking back, we wish we had more than a few photos or vague anecdotes.
We wish we had their voice. Their laughter. Their why.

And Now We’re the Ones With Stories to Tell

Time has a way of turning the tables.
One day, you’re the one wishing you had asked more.

And the next, you’re the one holding a lifetime of stories your children and grandchildren might one day long to hear.

The question becomes:
Will they get the chance to?

Sharing Isn’t Just About the Past—It’s a Gift to the Future

Many elders hesitate to tell their stories because they don’t want to dwell on themselves.
But storytelling isn’t self-centered.

It’s generous.

It’s a way of offering context, connection, and understanding.
It’s how your family learns who you are—not just as a parent or grandparent, but as a full, feeling person who lived through it all.

A Simple Way to Begin

You don’t need to remember everything. You don’t need to be a natural speaker.
You just need space, support, and someone to guide the conversation.

That’s what we do at Heritage House Studio.

We help people gently tell their stories on film—honestly, comfortably, and in their own words—so that their families can carry those memories forward with clarity and love.

Take the Step You Wish Someone Else Had

If you’ve ever wished you had more of your own parents’ stories,
consider what it might mean to give your children and grandchildren that gift now.


No commitment. Just a conversation. A chance to explore what your story could mean to the people you love.

Because the best way to honor what we missed…
Is to make sure the next generation doesn’t have to.