Modify a yet-to-be published story

Modify a yet-to-be published Story (or the StoryTeller’s profile)

Use this form to make changes to a submitted story prior to it being published. For the 30 days following the story's initial draft made available for your review, changes can be made without being subject to a processing fee.

1Overview

2Subject Profile

3Genealogic Record

4Story Enhancements

5Subscription Plan

6Story~Teller Profile

7Review & Submit

Protect your identity

To protect your identity, do not share your assigned Identification Passcode. Your unique code, provided when you first published a story, serves to authenticate you as the story's active StoryTeller and to confirm your permission for story and profile modifications which you initiate from time to time.

Assistance completing this form

Peek·into·the·Past offers a rich selection of features to tell the story. Whether researching genealogy or history, writing or editing story content, or simply completing this form, you might seek someone's assistance. This form is designed with that in mind. It has a "Save and Continue Later" feature which allows for entries to be made on your behalf for your later review and acceptance. To signify your acceptance, you will be required to provide us with your Identification Passcode. DO NOT SHARE THIS CODE WITH ANYONE even if utilizing others' assistance. Those assisting could make entries on the form then, using the "Save and Complete Later" feature, send it to you for review and acceptance. At that time, you provide the required Identification Passcode.

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Identification Passcode - do you need a replacement?

To submit this form, your Identification Passcode will be required. Earlier your unique Identification Passcode was mailed to your address. Only after you have activated that code, Story modifications can be processed.

Identification Passcode - do you need a replacement?

Do you need a replacement Identification Passcode?(Required)

I do not recall the passcode or have reason to believe its identity has been compromised.

Expect a letter sent to your address of record. It will have instructions as to authenticating the new code. Once the code is activated you can return to this form to submit your modifications.

Subject Profile:

Is the subject of the story an individual?(Required)

Yes, the subject is an individual.

The subject is a place or event.

Subject's name(Required)

There should not be a change here unless there also has been a change to the subject's memorial plaque.

The name or a date as it appears on the memorial has changed.

No change.

Story title(Required)

Subject's name as it now appears on the memorial plaque.(Required)

Changes to dates appearing on the memorial also are to be noted.

Photo of memorial showing subject's name(Required)

Such a photo might not be possible say due to weather related decay. Even in that instance a photo of the memorial enhances the story. If a memorial photo has already been published but you wish to change it, the update can be submitted here.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

Portrait of subject

If your submitted story already includes a portrait of the subject, the image provided here will be its replacement. You may choose to include the replaced image also in the gallery portion of the story by adding it in the Story Enhancement step (specifically, the section - Video, Audio, and/or Images) found later in this form.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

If submitting a subject portrait, are there details you care to point out which a Visitor may find interesting? Credit the photographer/artist if known.

Sketch, Drawing, or Photo of memorial site

If the subject of the story is of an individual versus a place or event, identification of nearby relatives' burial sites is encouraged. This image would allow a Visitor at the site to locate subject relatives memorialized nearby.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

Physical address of the memorial's location(Required)

The memorial has been relocated or was previously reported incorrectly.

No change.

This address may be either a street address or a Global Positioning System (GPS) address.(Required)

Other supplemental identifying details, such as cemetery name, are encouraged. An alternative for the address is a site map/diagram. In that case, state above that a site map/diagram is being provided and upload the file below.

Nearby Roads

If providing a site map/diagram of the memorial's location, identify nearby roads.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

Genealogic record of subject(Required)

Do you desire to modify the subject's genealogic record? The existing genealogic record will be replaced entirely.

I want to modify the record.

No change.

- an acclaimed resource for identifying and documenting an individual's roots -

is a natural outgrowth and complement! Trees, such as those in Ancestry, can be linked enabling a Visitor to this Story to delve into the Subject's genealogy.

Subject's genealogy, choose at least one to display(Required)

Provide at least one of these genealogic relationship display options. The subject must be among those included in the display. If the StoryTeller's relationship with the subject is not shown, the StoryTeller will be identified as "Unassociated to subject". There is no required minimum of inter-relationships.

"Relationship" Chart, upload image

"Pedigree" Chart, upload image

"Descendant" Chart, upload image

Digital Record, provide URL address

Is there a genealogical record, such as one with Ancestry, to which the story relates and you choose to have it available for Visitors to delve into?(Required)

Provide its address; a link to that genealogical record will appear within the Story's Kinship tab.

File(Required)

If choosing to display a genealogic "chart", upload it here. A "Relationship" chart presents a graphical display of one person's relationship to another including the relationship of each person in between; a "Pedigree" chart displays a person's direct line ancestors; and a "Descendant" chart displays an individual's descendants with the primary individual at the top and the descendants below.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

Story Enhancements

Video, Audio, and/or Images

Is there media to add to the story? As the StoryTeller, the opportunities to enhance your entry are almost boundless. Video, audio, and still-image complimenting the story may be uploaded here. Strive for production quality and concise content. Please, give recognition to the parties who created the recording. (Peek·into·the·Past offers professional narrating, editing, and production of video and audio.) All voices and faces must be identified with first and last name.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

Media choosing to remove(Required)

Are there videos, audios, images, sketches, or drawings currently part of the story which you want removed? Give their description here; otherwise simply state "None". For modifications to media presently part of the story, describe it here and add the revised media to the previous field.

Oldest known ancestors(Required)

Yes, update the lineage record.

Remove published oldest known ancestry detail.

No change.

Oldest ancestor of Father's Paternal line: year and place

Year present, City, State, Country (Name is not necessary.)

Oldest ancestor of Father's Maternal line: year and place

Year present, City, State, Country (Name is not necessary.)

Oldest ancestor of Mother's Paternal line: year and place

Year present, City, State, Country (Name is not necessary.)

Oldest ancestor of Mother's Maternal line: year and place

Year present, City, State, Country (Name is not necessary.)

Comments or questions

Story Narrative:

Visitors particularly enjoy the StoryTeller's personal insights and reflections. A narrative type of format is perfectly suited for sharing those; it allows for free-form expression of the StoryTeller's passion for the subject. Narrative is a terrific way to pull story components together making them easily relatable. Below are two ways to provide a narrative - simply write it in the text field or prepare it as a separate document and upload the file.

Story narrative:(Required)

I want to provide narrative. It replaces any existing story narrative.

I do not want story narrative. Remove any that currently exists.

I have no change to make to story narrative.

Narrative text

Narrative upload

Either a .txt, .pdf or Word file

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

If there is a published story to which the story relates and choose to notate it for your visitors' benefit ...

If there is more than one which relates, follow the "Communication" link found in the StoryTeller Portal, Administrative Actions section to let us known the others.

- an acclaimed resource for identifying and documenting an individual's roots -

is a natural outgrowth and complement! Trees, such as those in Ancestry, can be linked enabling a Visitor to this Story to delve into the Subject's genealogy.

Is there a genealogical record, such as one with Ancestry, to which the story relates and you choose to have it available for Visitors to delve into?

Provide its address; a link to that genealogical record will appear within the Story's Kinship tab.

Subscription Plan

SUBSCRIPTION PLAN of Story: : Do you want to switch your subscription plan? Details of the plan benefits are in the Terms of Service found within the StoryTeller Portal.(Required)

The choice is renewed automatically.

Yes, I elected to subscribe to the Basic Plan and want to switch to the Fixed-Fee Plan effective immediately. The annual fee of $48 is frozen. Expanded capacity for Gallery media plus other services are free of charge. The subscription plan renewal will be the anniversary of the publishing date. I will receive allowance for the earlier elected Basic Plan subscription, if paid.

Yes, I elected to subscribe to the Fixed-Fee Plan and want to switch to the Basic Plan effective upon the publishing of the story. The monthly fee is currently $2, billed annually; however, it is subject to change. I will receive credit for the earlier Fixed-Fee Plan election of $48, if paid; and the excess will be refunded.

No Change

... a premier presentation of your story.

The CLASSY BUNDLE includes: (For a greater appreciation of this option and its related accessories, explore this link.)

1: Fixed-Fee Plan subscription (1 year): The story’s StoryTeller (whether it be the current or a succeeding StoryTeller) will never be assessed an increase to the Fixed-fee Subscription rate. Expanded storage for Gallery digital media and four modifications per year of the Published Story (or the StoryTeller's profile) are free of charge.

2: Search Engine Optimization: (SEO) continually finds people who likely have an interest in your Story and calls it to their attention.

3: Activation of the “ARE” feature (Augmented Reality Experience) and generation of the Story’s related unique Quick Response Code.

4: Ceramic tile, all-weather, durable, and long-lasting, showing the unique QR Code. Material for bonding tile to a display is included.

5: Option to order the QR Code Display at $15 savings.

CLASSY BUNDLE option of Fixed-Fee Plan

Fixed-Fee Plan as part of the CLASSY BUNDLE for a prized presentation of the story.

QR Code Display (34 inch tall)

Adjacent to its related memorial, the QR code ceramic tile is displayed.

Optional QR Code Display with Classy Bundle savings

Engineered with all weather-proof material & with a life expectancy exceeding 50 years, designed to handsomely exhibit the QR Code. If not bonded directly onto the memorial or marker, the QR Code Display is needed to hold the tile smartly and securely. (Useful particularly when the memorial has severely deteriorated.) Features a commemorative flag holder and complimentary US flag. Available separately at $100.

Regularly $100. $15 savings. 30 Money-back satisfaction.

Find QR Code tile and display installation instructions using this link.

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StoryTeller's Profile:

Identification: Name/Address/Self-image

Your Name as published in the story

Within your published story you are named StoryTeller. Matching that here helps ensure accuracy processing this form.

First Middle Last

Has your name or address changed?(Required)

Yes, my name and/or address changed.

No change of name or address.

Identification(Required)

Peek·into·the·Past strives to prevent story entries from claiming a false identity. Submit a copy of your current official State identification with personal identifying information redacted (obscured) except for the name and address (and the photo, if choosing to publish a self-image). ONLY the name will be published. The address will NOT be published or otherwise shared! The copy must show the validation date and official State identification markings.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

Identification: Self-image(Required)

Has you choice changed regarding the publishing of your self-image?

Remove published self-image.

Publish self-image (provided below). If one is already published it will be removed.

No change regarding publishing self-image.

Self-portrait of StoryTeller(Required)

This self-image chosen to be published must resemble that on the submitted State identification; and therefore that ID photo cannot have been among the redacted identifying information.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

Has the Email address changed?(Required)

Yes, modification.

No change.

Modified Email address(Required)

Peek·into·the·Past strives to ensure Visitors will be able to contact the StoryTeller. The Administrator will relay all Visitor communication directed to the StoryTeller; Administrator will neither reveal the StoryTeller's nor a Visitor's email address. A USPS letter requesting acknowledgement of ownership of the provided email address will be mailed to the StoryTeller. Once we receive validation, the address will be activated within your profile.

Enter Email Confirm Email

Your identification passcode(Required)

DO NOT SHARE THIS CODE WITH ANYONE. The Identification Passcode serves to authenticate you as the story's active StoryTeller and to confirm your permission for story and profile modifications which you initiate from time to time. Peek·into·the·Past furnished yours when you published a story (or restored one from “inactive” status).

Verifying your identification passcode(Required)

"VERIFIED" will appear if details in the fields "Your Name as published in the story" and "Your identification passcode" match your Profile Record.

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Email address of record(Required)

Do you have an E-Gift card available to redeem?(Required)

Prior to invoicing, the Invoice Total will be reduced, first by any allowance due from having paid a subscription, then by the unredeemed value of your E-Gift Card. To the extent the unredeemed value exceeds the Total, you will be issued a replacement E-Gift card with the original expiration date.

What is the redemption code of your E-Gift card?(Required)

We will attempt to locate it on our end. Who gave you the E-Gift card?(Required)

Have you acknowledged the author(s) of creative work included among the story details?(Required)

Yes, the author(s) are acknowledged unless unknown, and then so noted.

Modifications, other than to the email address, are effective upon submission of this form.(Required)

I agree

Once we receive written validation, email address modification becomes effective.(Required)

I agree

Upon submitting,

you will be provided with a record of the filing details. Please, be careful in completing this form. If there is a misstatement re-submit the filing with corrected details. With your Identification Passcode, the StoryTeller Portal is available to you for story-related and profile administrative actions. Without a passcode, refer to the Visitor Portal for clarification regarding the process. There, your question can be initiated for us to take prompt action.

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Upon submitting,

Consent(Required)

I agree to the privacy policy.

This is a preview of your submission. It has not been submitted yet.

Please take a moment to verify your information. You can go back to make changes.

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Notify Peek·into·the·Past immediately when a submission contains a misstatement. A credit to your account could be issued; and you will be asked to re-submit the filing with corrected details.

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