If I was being uprooted out of my country and was only allowed to bring three items to preserve my family's culture, I would choose the following:
- Family photo album
- Shoebox of cards and letters from family over the years
- Celtic Cross
If I was told I could only keep one of the three items upon arrival I would be hurt and angry. It would be extremely hard to make such a decision. I guess I would choose the photo album. A picture is worth a thousand words, and no one can ever take God away from me, because he lives in my heart.
This excercise only reiterated the fact that the two most important things in my life are God and family.
Sarah,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing. I absolutely love the picture of the cross. I couldn’t agree with you more, a picture is definitely worth a thousand words. Family and God also play a major role in my life as well.
Sarah,
ReplyDeleteI think all the items you chose are so meaningful, they represent a memory, but also a source of strength. This exercise made me think of my ancestors and the struggles they endured in order to give us a better life. I felt very connected to all the items you chose. Thanks for sharing!
Sarah,
ReplyDeleteI too chose item that were reminders of the family I left behind. As long as my husband and children are with me I feel that the rest will simple fall into place regadless of were we end up. New memories and new traditions will follow and we will be able to rebuild our lives together in this new location.
Christine