So, 1) we do need a longer conversation on the concept of home. 2) my family (compared to their parents and parents' parents) was more itinerant. We too traveled a lot and it affects your outlook (spiritual beliefs, morals, behavior, etc.), but I'm grateful my Dad was that kind of explorer. And that my Mom was willing to go along. 3) Minimalism was how we started out, but I believe it's generational. Your generation is probably less possessive than mine, but my parents were of the generation where you kept things because you never knew if you would need it later. So, resourceful. My "come to Jesus moment" was selling (for cheap) a family furniture heirloom because I just couldn't keep taking history with me everywhere I went. I assuaged my anguish by realizing I sold it to a young family—maybe their children would consider it something THEY would pass on. I love that idea, and it gave me great comfort. We are all travellers. We're not meant to stay. Days are numbers. Enjoy the trip during the number of days you have to enjoy it. Best, MM
Possessiveness combined with consumerism made kaboom in the last generations. But holding on to heirloom furniture somehow got lost.. People bought more and more stuff but gave up the things that held them close to their roots:)
Thank you for the mention, Jo.
So, 1) we do need a longer conversation on the concept of home. 2) my family (compared to their parents and parents' parents) was more itinerant. We too traveled a lot and it affects your outlook (spiritual beliefs, morals, behavior, etc.), but I'm grateful my Dad was that kind of explorer. And that my Mom was willing to go along. 3) Minimalism was how we started out, but I believe it's generational. Your generation is probably less possessive than mine, but my parents were of the generation where you kept things because you never knew if you would need it later. So, resourceful. My "come to Jesus moment" was selling (for cheap) a family furniture heirloom because I just couldn't keep taking history with me everywhere I went. I assuaged my anguish by realizing I sold it to a young family—maybe their children would consider it something THEY would pass on. I love that idea, and it gave me great comfort. We are all travellers. We're not meant to stay. Days are numbers. Enjoy the trip during the number of days you have to enjoy it. Best, MM
Possessiveness combined with consumerism made kaboom in the last generations. But holding on to heirloom furniture somehow got lost.. People bought more and more stuff but gave up the things that held them close to their roots:)
I have thoughts about this. Lemme mull and get back to ya.