loco coco
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Post by loco coco on Aug 13, 2014 16:09:15 GMT
I want to start a book for my nephew and give it to his mom for his 5th birthday in March. I can get the pics off facebook or in my stash so thats not a problem but I am stuck on the journaling.
Would you leave a blank area to journal so they can write their own story? Or should I write it in and give it to them 100% complete?
My nephew is autistic and I want to highlight the accomplishments he's made over 5 years as well as put a few pages about how strong and wonderful his parents are. She doesnt have the time to scrapbook and I dont want to put any burdens on her by making her fill in the pages. However, I know her writing will be more accurate and "real" than whatever I write as the aunt.
Any input is greatly appreciated!! I have ordered the supplies and book but have been stuck on how to do this book for weeks! I know you peas can help!
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scrappington
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Post by scrappington on Aug 13, 2014 16:17:37 GMT
can't you do both. have a spot for his mom's thoughts, and yours can be there too.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 13, 2014 16:32:15 GMT
Maybe you could combine both approaches.
Include dates and relevant facts, taken from the FB photos.
Include your own thoughts as an aunt, about how proud you are of your nephew's accomplishments and of how you admire his parents.
Maybe include envelopes or pockets with cards that the parents can journal on if they feel like it. I think for a lot of people, writing and journalling is a lot of work and overwhelming. So, if you include hidden journalling options, this will give them a place to hide their journalling if they aren't comfortable having it visible for everyone to read, and further, if they choose not to write anything at all, the album won't be left with obviously blank journalling spots that will make the pages look as if they were left unfinished.
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Post by pixiegrrl on Aug 13, 2014 16:36:35 GMT
Maybe you could combine both approaches. Include dates and relevant facts, taken from the FB photos. Include your own thoughts as an aunt, about how proud you are of your nephew's accomplishments and of how you admire his parents. Maybe include envelopes or pockets with cards that the parents can journal on if they feel like it. I think for a lot of people, writing and journalling is a lot of work and overwhelming. So, if you include hidden journalling options, this will give them a place to hide their journalling if they aren't comfortable having it visible for everyone to read, and further, if they choose not to write anything at all, the album won't be left with obviously blank journalling spots that will make the pages look as if they were left unfinished. That is a great idea.  |
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loco coco
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Post by loco coco on Aug 13, 2014 17:05:12 GMT
Maybe you could combine both approaches. Include dates and relevant facts, taken from the FB photos. Include your own thoughts as an aunt, about how proud you are of your nephew's accomplishments and of how you admire his parents. Maybe include envelopes or pockets with cards that the parents can journal on if they feel like it. I think for a lot of people, writing and journalling is a lot of work and overwhelming. So, if you include hidden journalling options, this will give them a place to hide their journalling if they aren't comfortable having it visible for everyone to read, and further, if they choose not to write anything at all, the album won't be left with obviously blank journalling spots that will make the pages look as if they were left unfinished. that is a great idea!! thank you so much |
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Post by redshoes on Aug 13, 2014 17:35:16 GMT
To add...not every page necessarily needs journaling...the photos themselves can say alot, so perhaps you can be selective about where to include journal spots or none at all. Just a thought.
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Post by Crazyhare on Aug 13, 2014 20:21:31 GMT
I would also let the mom know she could write more on the backs of the layouts. She may have thoughts that she wants to keep a little more private.
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Post by anniefb on Aug 13, 2014 20:26:11 GMT
Great ideas everyone. I'm doing an album at the moment for my niece.
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Post by stefdesign on Aug 14, 2014 2:11:06 GMT
I have no idea if other people are like me, but I've received several gift books (not printed scrapbooks) that have spaces for writing- things like family history, and other personalizable books. I'll tell you, I never wrote in them. It was too intimidating to write in a beautiful book, and maybe spoil it, or say something dumb, or just mess up in some way. I'm of the mind that the book should stand on its own- if you want to include envelopes or extra sheets so the Mom can tuck in little notes or memorabilia, that's a good idea. But it's also possible that a book designed with blank spots will just never be filled out. Maybe she's different, and would love the book with blank journal areas, but just something to think about.
I think you are so awesome to take on this project, and I'm sure the family will be thrilled. I'd give it to her complete, even if it means there is very little journaling. That's just my opinion- I'm sure whatever you do will be wonderful!
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Aug 14, 2014 5:13:34 GMT
Maybe you could make some pages complete with your journaling, and then leave some pages with blank journaling spots for his mom to fill in.
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Post by woodysbetty on Aug 14, 2014 11:53:12 GMT
Maybe you could combine both approaches. Include dates and relevant facts, taken from the FB photos. Include your own thoughts as an aunt, about how proud you are of your nephew's accomplishments and of how you admire his parents. Maybe include envelopes or pockets with cards that the parents can journal on if they feel like it. I think for a lot of people, writing and journalling is a lot of work and overwhelming. So, if you include hidden journalling options, this will give them a place to hide their journalling if they aren't comfortable having it visible for everyone to read, and further, if they choose not to write anything at all, the album won't be left with obviously blank journalling spots that will make the pages look as if they were left unfinished. That is a great idea. Brilliant idea!!! |
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