If there were a major catastrophe and I was able to take three small items with me, they would be a picture of my mother, my daughters baby books, and my necklace that a dear friend gave to me. The picture of my mother is significant to me because my mother was a very important person in my life. The picture represents hope and love to me. My daughters baby books are significant to my culture because the baby books hold special moments and memories of our family culture. My necklace represents perseverance to me. It is important to me to never give up and to always keep trying.
If I was to arrive at my new destination and was told that I could only keep one of my items, I would be devastated. I would not want to lose any of these sacred items of mine. But if I had to choose one, I would keep my daughters baby books.
Diversity is apart of every family. It is so important to be open-minded and understanding of families diversity. Being understanding and learning from children and their families will provide you with insightful information about the culture of their family.
Crystal,
ReplyDeleteI was touched by the items that connect you to your family and the importance they play in relationship to your own diversity and culture.
Reading about holding on to your daughter's baby books gave me a sweet chuckle. I just moved and packed up all the things that are near and dear to me. One of the most important items was a silly book that I read to each of my children starting with my oldest daughter. The book, which is no great piece of literature as far as children's books go,but was my oldest daughters favorite. It sits on the shelf in my new office. Meanings and connections, so very important. By the way my daughter is 23 I wonder when she comes visit if I should pull it out and start reading it? I bet she too would chuckle.
I enjoyed your post!!
Millie
Hi Crystal I would take a picture as well because pictures are great memories. I enjoyed reading your post.
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