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Preserving Family History ? Why Is It Important?

Have you ever had to clean out someone's house after their death?
It can be quite a chore, and very overwhelming.
In one way it's a fascinating inside peek into someone's personal life.
Or, it might feel more like a treasure hunt.
The only problem is, will you recognize the treasure when you find it?
I'm not talking about the money stuffed under the mattress, but all the little things that, if put together properly, would tell a story about that person's life.
And, if the deceased was a family member, that in turn would add to your knowledge of your family history.

After my father's death, my mother decided to move into an apartment, which meant cleaning out the house.

We found a number of items that we kids had never seen before, including my Great-grandmother's china and my grandmother's china.
My mother was able to tell us which were which.
We also found a cute little coverlet, hand-embroidered, that turned out to be our grandfather's baby blanket, made by his mother.
Our grandfather died before my mother's 2nd birthday, but evidently the coverlet was passed on to her, along with the history of it.
If she hadn't been around to tell us, we would probably never know who it belonged to, or who made it.

One day I gave some of my nieces a pile of stuff to sort through.

When I returned, they reported that there were only a few things to keep.
I sorted through their "discard" pile, and came across a framed photo of our cousins.
Since we seldom saw those cousins, my nieces didn't realize who they were, and figured it was a generic photo that the manufacturer placed in the frame.
A piece of history almost lost.
And the recipe book with the name "Esther Black" in it meant nothing to them.

That wasn't surprising, since she died before I was born, and they hadn't grown up hearing stories about her.
Another treasure almost lost.

The point is that unless the older generation tells the younger family members who their ancestors were, and what items belonged to them, your history, and the history of your family, could be lost forever.
Why is that so important?
Everyone is somewhat curious about where they came from.
Did the stork really bring me?
How did I get into Mommy's tummy?
How did I get out?
(That one usually isn't answered until high school health class!)
As they get older they may wonder what country their ancestors came from.
Are they Italian-American on both sides of the family, or only one?
Where is the other side from?
Their curiosity may wane over time, until the day their own child comes home from school with an assignment to do their family history, and bring in something that has been passed down in the family.

Now what to do?!
If only they had listened more to Aunt Mary's boring stories about her youth, and all the family she could talk about.
If only they had asked their grandmother why she kept that black covered bowl close to where she always sat in the living room.
Wouldn't it have been nice to know that her fianc?e bought it for her in Japan, when he was briefly stationed there at the end of World War II?

Many people think that history is boring; trying to remember all those dates and famous (or infamous) people.
But I've always believed that those dates and battles and historical events are only the hook to hang the real story on.
So what does it matter now which battle was the turning point of the Revolutionary War?
Would it be more interesting if you found out that one of your ancestors fought on the winning side of that battle?
Would you then be more interested in that battle, and learning more about the life of those solders?
And, more importantly, why your ancestor was on that side of the conflict: what drove him, or inspired him to take up arms?

History is the story of mankind, and all the individuals who have lived and died.

Their stories go towards the making of the larger picture.
Do you remember where you were and what you were doing on September 11, 2001?
Do you remember what you felt?
Now imagine how your parents or grandparents felt when the heard about the sneak attack on Pearl Harbor by the Japanese.
Do you think they were as stunned as you were, or as angry, sad, or confused?
Times and situation change, but people are still people, with the same feelings.

Now is the time to start recording your family history, starting with you and your ancestors.
Make sure that your descendants remember your family's part in the overall story of history.
Names and dates are fine, but try to bring them more alive by finding and preserving their possessions.
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Janet Nugent holds a MA in Historical Administration and worked at local history and living history museums for a number of years.
Genealogy is one of her passions, along with preserving the more tangible aspects of family history, and using these heirlooms to tell the story of family members.
Get more tips on preserving your family's history when you sign up for her newsletter at her website, www.PreserveYourFamilyHistory.com

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Imagine opening your credit card statement one morning and discovering to your horror that you suddenly owe thousands of dollars - on purchases that you never made. Impossible? Credit card fraud on the rise, so you need to treat your card and its information with extreme care. Here are 10 tips to help insure you're not the victim of thieves and fraudsters: 1. Sign new and replacement cards immediately. 2.

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How to sell your eBay items the right way

What's that rule again? If you haven't worn it in six months, get rid of it? If we followed that rule, just about all of us would have a pretty decent pile of clothes that we should be getting rid of right now. What if I told you that you could earn some spare money by selling that clothing on eBay?

Selling that no longer used clothing on eBay takes a little bit of time, but is really quite simple, and you are almost guaranteed to get more money for your clothes than you would if you held a garage sale! So, where do you start? Read on to find an introduction to the basics of selling clothing on eBay.

Your first step is to sort the outfits you want to sell into spring/summer clothing and fall/ winter clothing. You will want to sell your clothing "with the season," meaning that if it is spring now, you should be selling your spring and summer clothing. Pack the opposite season clothing away in a labeled box so you can easily find it when the seasons change. How to sell your eBay items the right way
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Digigear, Inc. Introduces 3D Picture Frame: EZ3D Photo Print

Irwindale, CA (ContentDesk) July 15, 2006 -- DigiGear, Inc., a leading manufacturer of innovative products for the exploding digital photography marketplace, is launching its most exciting product to date, EZ3D Photo Print. This product gives anyone the ability to take any digital photo and turn it into a stunning 3D photo in three EZ steps and in just minutes.Previously, in order to make 3D photos, you would have to use special cameras, 3D glasses or other complicated means in order to make a 3D photo. Well that has all changed with the introduction of EZ3D Photo Print. It is a product that is a perfect addition to the exploding print-at-home market. Plus, the product is so easy to use that all age groups can take advantage of it, including, Moms, Dads, kids, and even seniors.

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BigOven Searches for Most Mouth-Watering Food Photo; $2,000 in Prizes to be Awarded in Fun, Free Contest

(ContentDesk) October 19, 2005 -- BigOven.com (http://www.bigoven.com), a fun and comprehensive recipe sharing community for the Web, Windows, and mobile devices, announces the BigOven Amateur Food Photo Contest 2005.
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Do you like to cook?
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Believe in YOU Modeling School & Talent Agency Closes Successful Premier Year in Worcester, Massachusetts

(ContentDesk) November 11, 2005 -- Believe in YOU! Model & Talent Training Center had its grand opening in January 2005.
It has now become one of the fastest growing modelings schools in the state.
Certainly the fastest growing business in Worcester. They have already helped several teens in Central MA complete a professional modeling course for a fraction of what the big schools and so called "agencies."
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Fountains of Refreshment

When hot, sticky days hit, try to use all your senses to keep cool. Sight and sound have amazing psychological effects, even when the thermometer soars.One of the most cooling and relaxing sounds I know is that of a trickling spring. It relaxes my mind and helps my body unwind. In the city, it can drown out the sounds of the daily hustle and bustle of life, calming and refreshing the spirit. I also love the glinting, reflective surface of water.