A. Memories of People:Think of someone you knew very well (and maybe still know today) and share a memorable story about this person. Focus on a specific experience or period of time in this person's life and share with your readers his or her story. Remember, this is someone else's story. so keep yourself in the background in your writing.
Variation: In your writing, Highlight mannerisms, actions, or likes and dislikes of your subject and give us a special look at this person.
B. Unpeopled Memories: Think of a time when you were out of doors and all alone and write about your experience. Focus on the natural scene itself or think of an experience with a pet or another animal and make this the focus of your writing.
C. Memories of Places: Focus on a place that stands out in your mind. This could be a favorite place, a place you never want to see again, or a place that has changed over the years
D. Memories of Events: Write about an event that you witnessed when you were younger. Maybe you remember a fire your neighborhood, an argument, a display of kindness, a hilarious situation, or a shocking development.
]E. Memories of Objects:We all have had favorite objects that deserve to be praised and preserved in writing. Perhaps you can recall some odd or unusual object in your home or neighborhood.
F Memories of Family Life: Write about memorable events and incidents dealing with your immediate family. Who knows? This might lead to something big--perhaps being designated as the family historian.