Dawn Roode: The Gift of Preserving Family Stories

This special bonus episode for Father's Day is a tribute to my father, Lorenzo Weisman. Shortly before he died in 2012, he published a precious gift—A Family Story, a book he wrote about our family's history. It's filled with stories, photos, poems, and letters that have brought us comfort and connection.

Today, I'm reminded of the power of preserving our memories. To explore this further, I'm joined by Dawn Roode, founder of Modern Heirloom Books. Dawn helps people create beautifully bound books that generations will cherish. With a background as a managing editor at Harper’s Bazaar, Latina, Child, and Parenting magazines, and as production director at Vogue, Dawn has honed her ability to tell compelling stories.

Her personal experiences of loss and her journey as a caregiver have deeply influenced her work. As a curious and empathetic listener, Dawn guides people to discover the richness of their lives through storytelling. She also provides practical steps on how to get started with preserving your own family stories.

In this episode, we explore how sharing memories can bring peace and help us feel closer to our loved ones. Dawn strives to give clients the gift of a custom, heartfelt book that celebrates their lives and the lives of their loved ones.

This episode is dedicated to my dad and invites all of us to cherish and preserve our own family stories.

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• Website: Modern Heirloom Books
• Instagram: @modernheirloom

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