Love Through Generations: A Family-Centered Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is often seen as a celebration of corny movies, a gazillion valentines, and romantic love, but at its core, it is about all the simple type of love—including the deep, spiritual love shared within families across generations. Our ancestors carried stories of love, sacrifice, and resilience that shaped who we are today. This Valentine’s Day, take time to honor those connections and create meaningful memories with your family.

Honoring Love from the Past

One beautiful way to celebrate is by exploring the love within your very own family history. Love letters, wedding photos, or stories passed down through generations can remind us of the enduring power of love. Visit with grandparents or older relatives, asking about their most cherished memories of love and marriage, perhaps even asking about past traditions. 

Spiritual Connection Through Family Traditions

Consider holding a small family gathering centered around gratitude and love. Light a candle in remembrance of ancestors who paved the way for your family. Share family blessings or prayers, reflecting on how love has been a guiding force through generations. A gratitude journal, where each family member writes a note of appreciation for another, can also be a powerful tradition.

Valentine’s Day Activities Ideas with Family

1. Create a Family Love Tree – Write down ancestors’ names and stories on heart-shaped notes and hang them on a decorative branch or old jewelry tree.
2. Cook a Heritage-Inspired Meal – Prepare a dish that reflects your cultural heritage (but make it heart-shaped) and enjoy it together.
3. Make Handmade Valentine’s for Family – Include family history tidbits or favorite memories in each card.
4. Story Night – Share love stories from your family’s past and discuss what love means across generations.

This Valentine’s Day, let love be more than a fleeting moment. Let it be a bridge between the past, present, and future.

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ACCESSING ZOOM CLASSES

Some of our classes at the center are being offered via Zoom. This includes the Basic Spanish class by Cameron and Wednesday morning classes by Tammy. To verify the Zoom class, go to the blog at burleyfamilyhistorycenter.blogspot.com and click on the Calendar option. When clicking on the class name, a pop up window will give more information, including the Zoom link.   

To access the Zoom link directly, click "more details" to open the calendar in another tab. Click on the name of the class and this time the pop up window will have the direct zoom link shown as a clickable link. The passcode is also listed, in case it is needed. This is also the way to access the handouts from the classes. 

You can also select "click here to open the calendar in a new window" from the first page and get the zoom links and handouts from there. 

CONSULTANT LESSONS

Consultant Lessons are  held weekly on Thursdays at 6:00 pm taught by Shelley Miles. She will be using Zoom Class Replays as taught by the Los Angeles Family Search Center. It may be geared for ward and stake temple and family history consultants, but all are welcome to come learn more about FamilySearch. 

Classes Include:

- Consultant’s Best Resources

-The Basics/Descendency Tree

-Blue Dots and Source Linker

-Family Search Catalog

-Family Tree Apps

-Fan Charts

-Memories

CALENDAR

Check the calendar for classes and other opportunities! 

Important Dates

February 7  Burley Family Search Center 6th Annual Expo at the Burley West Stake Center, 5-9 pm

February 8  Burley Family Search Center 6th Annual Expo at the CSI Mini-Cassia Campus, 8 am- 5 pm

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