After learning I am going to be a Great grandma, I started searching through my cedar chest. (By the way, its a Lane, and I've had it since 1977) It's where I store those special pieces i want to keep for generations.
I located the first baby blanket I made when I learned I was pregnant in 1981. Its a Raggedy Ann and Andy, with a yellow satin binding. I'm bringing it to the Gender Reveal party on Saturday!
I used to save much more than I do now. I have no idea if today's generations are interested in old keepsakes, or if they will keeping their own keepsakes.
It seems to me that there needs to be some kind of continuity in a child's life. I watch my niece and nephew play with toys that belonged to their parents and it brings both the parent and the child joy.
After this precious great grandchild arrives, I also have the baby spoon I used with my daughter (1983). I'll gift that to my daughter then.
In my opinion, family and traditions are wonderful!
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