This Memorial Day, before you pull out the grill and crack open the cooler by the pool, take a moment to remember what this holiday is all about. Memorial Day is more than just the start of summer festivities.

As our loved ones begin to age, their memories and stories can unfortunately begin to fade. Our seniors’ stories are what make our families whole, which is why keeping their stories alive for generations to come is so important.

As we age, we accumulate various heirlooms, photos, and other items that remind us of our past and precious memories. The more memories we have, the more items we collect. And overtime, these items can become overwhelming. The point of these photos and heirlooms is to help us remember the good times, but these items are just sitting in a box in the basement or under the bed for many of us.

Mommy. Momma. Mother. Mom. No matter what we call them, there is one thing that rings true: This is a woman who holds a dear and special place in our hearts. Many of our lives are filled with the special moments we shared. Few - if any - will ever love us more than those wonderful women.

Capturing precious moments is vital for remembering precious memories. And what better way to capture special moments than with photography! We may not all realize it, but even our aging loved ones enjoy photographs. This year, our social media manager’s grandfather celebrated his 95th birthday. Throughout the celebrations, she made sure she captured each moment using her iPhone. At the end of the day, her Pop-Pop was thrilled to be able to see the photographs instantly and was eager to share with his friends at the assisted living facility.