“… I heard from a third cousin and from a second cousin who thanked me, from other family members, from friends around the country, some of whom I hadn't been in contact with for a long time. It was a rich time of connection, that simple 15-minute story. And now, months later, I am still grateful and occasionally share it with a new friend, as a way for us to enter new conversations about our life histories. In my heart of hearts, I am, will always be, grateful to Dietrich Nissen and his venture, INHERITED STORIES® .”
~ Shelby Andress
Life Stories
are love stories.
Inherited Stories® works with families to create legacy documentaries known as a Vimory® or Vimories® (comes from Vita Memoria; Latin for Life Memory). Each Vimory is a custom-crafted work of visual art that highlights the personality, unique stories, and life journey of the people we love.
“I couldn’t be happier with the experience I had with Inherited Stories! My Grandpa is 95 years old, and full of life. I realized that I don’t know as much as I’d like to about him, and what makes him who he is today. I thought about what questions I’d like answered by him, and Dietrich did the rest! […] the video is UNBELIEVABLE! I would definitely recommend Inherited Stories to anyone.”
Katie Heymer, Jim’s granddaughter
The Legacy Vimory®
“This was awesome and so thoughtful. Really great work![ …] I'm happy to sing your praises and am thankful for the huge boost Inherited Stories was and continues to be for me.”
Pastor Kelly Chatman
The Legacy Vimory®
“Looks great! We love it! No edits needed. You are so talented Dietrich. We are tearing up. We are all so very appreciative of your talent. You can't believe what a gift it has been for my parents to see the Vimories. We were all so very moved. My Dad was in tears. ”
~ Amanda James
“We were apprehensive about the interviews but Dietrich was very easy to talk with and guided us through the discussion of the various topics we wanted to cover. […] We believe Inherited Stories is an excellent way for families to share their history and stories across generations.”
~ Jeff Peterson
“I'm so glad we did this! Dietrich was wonderful to work with; the entire process went smoothly, and he drew stories out of our family that we would otherwise never have told. Excellent experience!”
~ Jennica Dixon
“WHEN YOU FORGET YOUR STORY,
YOU FORGET WHO YOU ARE.”
Vimories® are made for many reasons. Each is as unique as the individual or couple we document. Here is why other families have made theirs!
Remembering a parent or grandparent. (The Legacy)
Recognizing the retirement of an employee or leader. (The Legacy)
Celebrating a wedding anniversary or any long-term committed relationship. (The Betrothed)
Finding a partner later in life and wanting to share the journey you took to get there. (The Betrothed)
Bringing family together to help a loved one remember who they are. (The Gathering)
Giving a unique gift for a child’s upcoming graduation. (The Origin)
Reminding your child why you love them. (The Origin)
Finding a way to create joy for your family while a loved one fights a terminal illness. (The Cherished)
Seeing a service member off as they enter a year-long deployment. (The Brave)
