Over the past few months, we’ve had lots of time to contemplate our lives and our stories.
The COVID-19 global pandemic has been described by some as a “turning point" and the word legacy is being used frequently in stories and conversations.
Matt Paxton,
a NASMM member, created a new TV show -- he was the host of the popular show, Hoarders -- and he's getting ready to film the second season.
Legacy List
is a show about older adults, their families and their stuff. Matt meets with his clients, finds out more about them, helps them downsize, organize and move… and discovers a few of their family treasures in the process.
I made a point of keeping some of my Grandmother’s items when she passed: a school bell, an ironing board, a wooden rolling pin and a weight scale. I probably choose these items out of necessity as I was just starting out on my own at the time. Little did I know these family treasures would remind me of her when I still use them in my day to day life!
I am sure the school bell was used at her school or farm many years ago and I used this same bell to call my own children home for dinner.
I have no idea why I kept her ironing board but I am glad I did, they do not make them like this anymore! Her wooden rolling pin is still my favourite and has never been replaced!
Lastly, her heavy metal weight scale, unfortunately it is still very accurate!
As I have used these heirlooms over the years they have brought fond memories back of my Grandmother. I love how a couple of small household items hold such a special place in my heart.
I wonder what my children/grandchildren will decide to keep as my Legacy…
In this changing world, what will your legacy be?
simply yours...
Brenda
