Our Mission
To empower every individual to transcend time with their love, providing the tools and inspiration to leave a lasting legacy of wisdom, stories, and connection for the generations that follow.
A Letter From Our Founder
Dearest Friend,
What if you could be there for the milestones you might miss?
It is a question that carries a lot of weight, but it is the heartbeat of everything we do here. I believe that letters are more than just ink on paper; they are a way to travel through time, carrying your love and wisdom to the people who matter most, long after the moment has passed.
The seed for Across the Years, With Love was planted when I was eighteen. Just as I was starting college—a time when life should have felt limitless—I was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Suddenly, I was facing a ticking clock and a surgery with uncertain odds. In that moment, I turned to writing. I began capturing my dreams, my hopes, and my stories, desperate to leave behind a legacy of love for my family.
I have been profoundly blessed to live twice the lifetime I once expected. Today, I share this practice with you. You don’t have to be a professional writer to do this; you just have to be yourself. Our collection of stationery and memory items is designed with simple prompts and thoughtful tools to ensure your voice endures.
A Foundation of Trust
While this mission is deeply personal, it is backed by a decades-long commitment to quality. Across the Years, With Love is a proud division of Guide Book Publishing, a company that has been a staple in our community since 1991. We mention this because we want you to know we aren’t going anywhere. When you need more archival paper or another legacy book years from now, we will be here to help you continue your story.
With Gratitude
A project of this heart requires a dedicated village. This entire collection is a testament to the power of enduring commitment, and it wouldn’t exist without several key people:
- To Bob Vogt and Bill Fisher: My partners at Guide Book Publishing. Thank you for your decades of mentorship and for building the strong foundation of our parent company. Your leadership created the stability and support necessary to bring this new division to life.
- To Ruth Kesselring: Our General Manager, who navigated the complex logistics of sourcing the specialized, archival-grade materials that ensure your words stand the test of time.
- To Toni Young, Sammi Gherardini, and Michael Crane: Our gifted graphic artistry team, whose meticulous dedication to layout and design ensures your personal messages are presented with the elegance and dignity they deserve.
- To the Guide Book Publishing Team: Thank you for being our initial market research group and for your tireless support in covering critical projects during our launch.
Thank you for allowing me to be a small part of your legacy. I can’t wait to help you share your heart across the years.
With love and gratitude,
Amanda Vogt
Founder, Across the Years, With Love