# The Memory Board Test: Creating a Life Worth Remembering

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Podcast: [Epic Stories](https://stenobird.com/podcast/epic-stories-6367889)
Published: 2026-06-04T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://epic-stories.captivate.fm/episode/the-memory-board-test-creating-a-life-worth-remembering
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## Resource

If someone made a photo board of my life today, would I like the story those pictures tell? That was the question that hit me after a friend’s story about funeral photos got me thinking about the memories we’re capturing—and the lives we’re actually living. In this episode, I invite you to sit with me and take what I call the "Memory Board Test." Instead of aiming for perfect Instagram posts, I want us to focus on the small, authentic moments that truly define our lives. I share why I believe our legacy isn’t built on big milestones alone, but on countless ordinary days—a spontaneous kitchen dance, a heartfelt conversation, or that laugh-until-you-cry dinner with friends. I’m challenging you, as I challenge myself, to make sure we’re not just waiting for the “right” time but living intentionally, building a collection of real, meaningful memories. What You’ll Hear In This Episode The story that started it all: I recount a conversation about funeral photos and how it made me see our camera rolls in a new light (00:09–00:48). My personal connection to photography: I talk about why freezing moments on film means so much to me, and what I learned as a scrapbooker and photographer (02:04). Introducing the Memory Board Test: I explain how I came up with this test, and why I think everyone should try it—no doom or gloom, just motivation to live more fully now (03:44). The importance of the little things: I reflect on how life’s epic moments are so often found in the tiniest experiences—road trips, sunsets, ordinary Tuesdays (04:53–05:17). Why I stopped using the term 'bucket list': I share why I believe in creating a 'dream list' instead, focusing on what brings us to life right now, not just before it’s too late (06:18–06:41). My ongoing challenge to myself (and you!): I wal…

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