About Christy

If you missed my earlier introduction, you may want to start there. Otherwise, I am Christy, the founder of Paper Hideaway. I hope my story inspires you to document, share and preserve your memories.

My Realization

In 2017, I celebrated my 50th birthday and came to an important realization. For years, I had been caught up in the whirlwind of being a wife and mother, raising two sons and managing a full life. I had made plenty of memories, but I had not documented them. I had thousands of photos, but none of the stories behind them had ever been shared. On top of that, I had collected over 35 years worth of memorabilia- souvenirs, letters, schoolwork and more. The memories, photos and keepsakes were important, but they were also overwhelming! I wanted to preserve my most cherished memories, but I had no idea where to begin.

About Paper Hideaway

If this sounds familiar, you’re in the right spot! I created Paper Hideaway to support people like us who want to hold on to what matters most.

I understand that memory keeping can seem overwhelming at first, but it doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. Paper Hideaway’s approach to memory keeping is straightforward and simple. It is not about documenting your entire life. Rather, it is about reflecting on those stories most important to you and preserving those memories for generations to come.

  • Casual photo of Christy, owner of Paper Hideaway, sitting outdoors with a white porch railing and green trees behind her.
Start small. One story, one photo, one moment at a time.
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  • Photo of Christy, owner of Paper Hideaway, taken outdoors. She is middle-aged, caucasian and has shoulder length light brown hair. Christy is leaning on a white porch railing and looking at the camera. She is dressed in blue jeans and a pastel printed shirt.

Let’s Get Started!

So, are you tired of the mounting guilt associated with your photos and keepsakes? Then, let’s get started! Regardless of where you are on your memory-keeping journey, Paper Hideaway can help you build a simple, manageable system that fits your life. Together, we’ll sort through the overwhelm and prioritize what truly matters. At Paper Hideaway you’ll find easy and inspiring ways to document, share, and preserve your memories. Are you ready?!