If I was evacuated to another county I would bring a Bible, family
photo album, and my wedding ring. I would
bring the Bible because my faith is my foundation and rock through any struggles
that may come my way. I would bring a
family photo album as an attempt to carry my family heritage and memories along
to other generations. Finally, I would
bring my wedding ring as a reminder of love, compassion, and commitment.
I would explain to others the value of my three items by
sharing stories in the Bible; by sharing family stories that corresponds pictures
in album; and share stories about my marriage and why it is valuable to me and
my family.
I would be devastated if I found out that I was unable to
bring all three items with me when I was relocated because each item has its
own sentimental value to me as well as provides a story for my future
generations.
The insight that I have gained after completing this assignment
is a better understanding of what is really important to me. I love shopping and buying materialistic
items, but when I took a hard look at what was important I felt that I needed
to reassess my life and values because materialistic items do not provide
anything for my future generation that will provide them with the needed tools
to succeed in their lives and society.
I agree material items are just things, however they each have a story that makes them relevant. I found through this exercise that I really valued the stories behind the material representations more important to me in preserving my culture. I think you are are the same path.
ReplyDeleteHi Trinese, I am so mad at myself for not thinking to take my Bible! What a wonderful item to use as a witness to others! I am a Christian and I read my Bible every day, though usually on my blackberry ap, so maybe that is why I didn’t think to take it! I was telling my daughter about the assignment and she said, “Mom, you can’t take your phone!” She tells me I’m more addicted than she is; which is bad because she is 18. I also chose to take photos. I think this shows what an important role family plays in our culture. Delores
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