This took some time to think about what I would
actually bring. The first thing that I
would bring is my family genealogy. The
second thing that I would bring is a blanket with my family tartan on it, and
the third thing that I would bring is a photo album.
Bringing my genealogy book with me would allow me
search through my history and retrace the roots of my family. You never know where they came from, or what
type of people they were until you do the research. I just might be stranded in a country where
my family has been, and it might allow me to make a connection with them.
I have been making quilts since I was in high
school, and having one made out of my families’ tartan would hold significant
memories for me. It would bring the
memories of spending time with my grandparents, and great grandparents. I love the time that I have spent with my
family, and this would remind me of those times.
The third thing that I would bring is my photo
album. My family photo album would bring
to life the memories and stories that my genealogy could not. It would show the diversity of my family, and
the many walks of life that they have led.
I would feel sad
having to give up two of the items, but I would keep my photo album. Photos explain a story that sometimes words
cannot, and I would have those stories forever.
I have gained a deeper appreciation for the family trinkets that I do
have. There are so many things that hold
different meanings to me, and it is difficult to try and think of giving those
up. It makes me think of the thousands
of families that came through Ellis Island to start a better lives for their
families, and left everything behind in search of a better future. It takes amazing courage and strength to be
able to do something like that. There
are still families today that leave their home country and come to the United
States in search of a better life. I am
very appreciative for what I have, and the memories that I have been able to
create without significant struggles in my life.
Hi Jessica,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your blog post for this week's assignment. I too chose to bring a photo album with pictures of my family. Looking at the pictures will help keep memories and certain events alive. This week's assignment has made me more aware of the smaller things that we treasure but may not look at often. This assignment has made me think of the many immigrants that come to the United States to live without being able to speak English. Many of them give up their culture to fit in with us. They have a hard time adjusting especially when children are involved. We should assist them more and make them feel comfortable being in our country, their new home.
Hi Jessica,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing about your family culture! I think that in our generation, we keep pictures as memories of times we spent with loved ones, and a photo album seems to be a common item to bring in this scenario. I also chose to bring pictures with me (I cheated and said I would bring my computer, so that pictures AND music would be on it...). People have a natural need to keep memories of relationships, and what better way to recapture those memories than taking pictures!
Hi Jessica,
ReplyDeleteI truly enjoyed reading your blog post this week. As I thought about this assignment I did think of photos. However, I chose to bring my Ipod which hold photos, videos, and music. My family is really big on creating lasting memories. We take a lot of photos especially on holidays and family night. I think its really great that your able to make quilts. I'm pretty sure once they are finish they are beautiful. Do you mind showing one of your quilts? I think its creative that your family share this craft.