Summer is a season packed with memories—vacations, weddings, reunions, and spontaneous moments with the people we love. And sharing those moments, big or small, is one of the best ways to connect with others.
Whether you're looking for creative ways to share photos or just a little inspiration, here are five simple and meaningful ways to share your summer memories:
Gather your favorite snapshots from this summer (or summers past) and create a themed digital photo album or summer photo book. You can do this digitally or with printed books—whichever suits your style. Tools like FOREVER® provide the best online photo storage and let you organize, caption, and share albums privately—perfect if you're wondering how to share family memories without social media.
Try This: Make a family reunion album and invite others to contribute their own photos and stories. Collaborative albums are great for organizing summer photos and sharing.
Printed memories make some of the most meaningful summer photo gift ideas. Think beyond the basics—try a custom notebook, a calendar with family birthdays, or even a towel with a favorite beach day photo.
Idea: Make a set of matching beach towels with a fun photo or inside joke for your next lake trip or family gathering.
Sometimes the best summer stories are the ones we almost forget. Pick a favorite throwback photo and share a quick memory with it—on social media, in an email, or even in a family group chat. Don't forget to add a fun throwback photo caption!
Tip: If your photos are well-organized, it’s easy to find those golden moments. FOREVER® and other tools with tagging and albums make storytelling with photos a breeze.
Not every memory belongs on social media. If you’re looking for private photo sharing options, consider setting up a secure digital album. FOREVER® lets you choose who sees your photos, while also preserving them safely for years to come.
Helpful Hint: Add dates, names, or short captions to give context to the photos you share—especially helpful for family memory night ideas or genealogy projects.
If you're getting together in person, plan a family memory night where everyone can share favorite moments. Bring printed photo books, slideshows, or digitized videos and relive some favorite memories together.
Idea: Ask each person to bring one photo that makes them smile and share the story behind it. It’s a fun way to keep your summer memory-keeping traditions going.
If you're curious about how to store or share your memories more easily, FOREVER® storage is a great place to start. And if you ever want help, I'm always happy to support your journey.
Skye Cranor
Skye Cranor is a dedicated photo coach and FOREVER ambassador with over 24 years of experience helping people organize, preserve, and celebrate their cherished memories. Passionate about memory-keeping, Skye guides clients through the process of digitizing old media, organizing digital photo collections, and creating beautiful photo projects. With a background in genealogy and a master's degree in Counseling, Skye brings a unique blend of technical expertise and a deep understanding of the importance of preserving family stories for generations to come.