Gosh, Lori, you've essentially reminded us that EVERY effort at "doing your genealogy" is really a specialized form of time travel.
Why shouldn't we ALL do this? This spares future generations from the decisions and ultimately the burden of making these decisions. As a bonus, it makes it a family project. Instead of a Beanie Baby, I'm thinkin' that tattered Furby and the lonely expired Tamagochi will be in our box. I'm on the hunt for a fitting Steamer Trunk, DearMYRTLE-style. 😉
Lori, this just feels so you, thoughtful, generous, and quietly ambitious in the best way. I love how you’re balancing structure with heart, making it meaningful without making it heavy for everyone else. The care you’re putting into both the big picture and the smallest details (the Beanie Baby, the handwritten letters, even the water bottle!) is what’s going to make this come alive in 2076.
Gosh, Lori, you've essentially reminded us that EVERY effort at "doing your genealogy" is really a specialized form of time travel.
Why shouldn't we ALL do this? This spares future generations from the decisions and ultimately the burden of making these decisions. As a bonus, it makes it a family project. Instead of a Beanie Baby, I'm thinkin' that tattered Furby and the lonely expired Tamagochi will be in our box. I'm on the hunt for a fitting Steamer Trunk, DearMYRTLE-style. 😉
Lori, this just feels so you, thoughtful, generous, and quietly ambitious in the best way. I love how you’re balancing structure with heart, making it meaningful without making it heavy for everyone else. The care you’re putting into both the big picture and the smallest details (the Beanie Baby, the handwritten letters, even the water bottle!) is what’s going to make this come alive in 2076.
So interesting to see Annie's book up close and personal. Your family Century Safe project items are fun, especially the idea of the water bottle!
What a treasure of memories to gather for a new generation. Priceless!!
This is such a fun project! I look forward to following along on your progress.