In 1998 on a rainy Northwest spring day, we were rummaging through a long forgotten box of old family photographs when we came upon a 1930's-era, hand tinted picture of Debbie's mom, Heather's grandmother, as a little girl. This sweet little six-year old with rag tied ringlets, blue eyes and dimples spoke to us, asking us to remember her and to celebrate her memory in a special way.

Discovering this old photograph compelled us to find a way to display it in a unique and meaningful way. How to do this came bit by bit and the idea quickly grew into The Family Tree Picture Globe Company, now known simply as The Picture Globe Company. Within a year's time our cottage industry was busting at the kitchen table seams. It became clear that our idea of celebrating our family tree, our favorite memories, and our cherished friendships was something all of us have in common. Our Picture Globe ornaments are the original family ornaments, described as "the best gift for the person with everything", and a beautiful way to share special moments captured on film.

We look forward to helping you share and celebrate your memories!

Debbie's mom Louella lost her battle with cancer at the young age of 32, when Debbie was 10 years old and her brother Gary was 11. She is "Grandma Lou" to the four grandchildren she never had the chance to know, and the angel who watches over us all. It is in her memory that we have created a special relationship with The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle.