My grandmother gave me a violin (crafted by her grandfather) before she died. It would have needed repair to work, but was a true antique. I had hoped to someday learn to play, but those lessons got put on the back burner. As this nice piece sat around my home for years, sometimes on display, mostly tucked away, I felt like I wasn't the right person for it. At a family reunion I decided to pass it on to the next generation, to my cousin's daughter who actually played the violin. She was so thrilled! It has stayed in the family, someone who can appreciate it even more has it and will keep it, perhaps even repair it so it can be used, and I haven't missed it.
Are you holding onto something just because it belonged to a person you loved, yet it could be more appreciated by someone else? Just something to ponder.
Finally, simplifying again! I just got offered a job and will now be working part-time after 20+ years at home with the kids!!! So, I was trying on clothes and rummaging through my closet to see what I can wear to work. In the back of the closet I discovered a pile of clothes that I'd forgotten about! 7 articles of clothing in the give-away box and 1 pr. of sweatpants in the garbage!
ReplyDelete*Heidi ~ your decision about the violin must have been somewhat difficult, but rewarding as well!
ReplyDeleteThat is so great about giving the violin to another in the family. Good for you.
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