Tales of a Family began as a cozy corner for collecting memories, little stories tucked between generations like treasures in an old cedar chest. Over time, it sprouted into a lively mix of family lore, wandering thoughts, short stories, poetry, and the occasional mountain-inspired daydream. Here, the ordinary becomes magical, the past whispers its secrets, and every tale helps chart the winding path toward home. Pull up a chair, grab a warm drink, and wander through the stories that stitch a family, and a storyteller—together.
Hi, I’m Annie, a sixty-something woman, a teacher, a lover of the mountains, and someone who believes deeply in the power of stories—both the ones we live and the ones we imagine.
I began Tales of a Family as a place to capture the small, honest, heartwarming, and often hilarious moments of everyday life and family history. What started as a personal family journal for family stories and histories has grown into something much bigger— a home for memories, imagination, and all the stories that shape who we are.
Over time, this space expanded beyond real-life moments. Now, it also includes fictional short stories, flash fiction, and poetry—pieces inspired by the emotions, wisdom, and simple beauty that come with age, family, and a life spent learning and exploring.
Some stories here are true.
Some are imagined.
All of them come straight from the heart.
What You’ll Find Here
True family stories — funny, reflective, sentimental, and real
Fictional short stories inspired by life’s everyday magic
Flash fiction that captures a moment or feeling in a breath
Poetry drawn from memory, nature, love, and connection
Honest reflections from a teacher, mother, and woman in her sixties
Stories about childhood, aging, resilience, and home
My writing celebrates life as it is—beautiful, imperfect, and constantly surprising.
Join the Story
If my writing resonates with you—whether through truth, imagination, or nostalgia—I’d love for you to stay awhile.
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And if a story touches your heart, share it with someone who needs a moment of warmth.
Thank you for reading, for being here, and for being part of this growing storytelling community.
—Annie
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