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When an Ordinary Object Becomes an Extraordinary “Thing”: Uncovering an Object’s Thingness
In my family ,heirlooms hold a significant meaning to our existence. In particular
watches has been the object to be passed on from one generation to the next. As a child
growing up , I saw the watch my grandfather gave me as simply another object on my
dresser. It was not until I thought I lost it at the beach I realized how much sentimental
value I had for it. Some people view heirlooms as an object, however to my family these
heirlooms provide us with an emotional connection to our ancestors.
Family heirlooms connect generations in a deep, personal way. From the handed
down bible and grandmother’s knitted quilt, to a late 1800s baptismal gown and photos of
a relative going off to war anyone who has found or kept historic pieces in the family
knows how moving they can be. These treasured items, passed down through the
decades, provide insight into the lives of our ancestors and a richer understanding of our
family’s history. Often family heirlooms make the journey from one generation to the
next. Within my family the prized position heirloom that has been passed on are watches.
Some of these watched have been in existence dating back to the 1950’s. According to a
recent research, people don’t value heirlooms as much in these modern times as
compared to the olden days.
To some, heirlooms might just be a little piece of family history , but it will
always have a special meaning for my family to pass on from one generation to the next.
Heirlooms remind us of where we came from, of our family history, and of the people
who might not be with us any longer.
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