Hearts & Souls Life Narratives was founded in 2013, after I found my father's life story in boxes in my mother's storage room. My father passed away in 2008, and I was thrilled that I found them. He started writing in 1994 during I pieced together his stories and published them in a book for my family.

My mother, who is not a writer like my dad was, wanted to write her story, too, so I videotaped her and wrote the stories for her, in her words.

While dabbling in my family's ancestry, I loved it when I could find stories and snip-its about who my ancestors were and what their lives were like. Though the stories were few and far between, I was imagine what life must have been like for them. It was then that I realized the importance of capturing the stories and memories of our family, and I knew others would appreciate that as, well. 

With a background in Life Story Writing, Family History Interviews, and Legacy Video Production, I am dedicated to helping you tell the story of your life with heart and soul.

Call me today to set up your free consultation.

Cynthia Petersen - (319) 241-3102