I grew up with a family who valued home movies. This means that we captured me on Christmas morning, verbally upset that I didn't get the specific toy that I asked for (I know...I deserve to die).
As I get older, I'm growing more and more aware that my memory is foggier and foggier. So I keep the camera out as much as possible. And every year, I compile a January to December video and edit it down so we can get a quick glimpse into what the year looked like.
In our home, we actually end up watching them often. It keeps us connected to where we've been, how we've grown and what all we've experienced. Watching these movies, for me, is one of the great reminders of what is most important in life: my family.
It's not professional, but it's us. And I love us!