When I first read this week blog assignment, I thought it would be easy for me to choose three small items that I would take with me in an evacuation, but it wasn't. I had to think hard about what I would take with me because I never had the opportunity to do something like that. After many minutes of thinking long and hard about what I would take with me, I came up with these three small items, my bible, my wallet, and my grandmother’s red ruby diamond ring. The first item I chose was my bible; I chose that because his word will keep me grounded in any situation. The second item I chose was my wallet; I chose my wallet because it has all of my person information inside, as well as, photo’s of my friends and extended family members. The third item I chose was my grandmother’s red ruby diamond ring. I chose her ring because that was the first piece of jewelry she had ever given me. It may not be worth much, but it is priceless to me.
If, upon arrival, someone told me that I had to give up two of those items, I would give up the bible and the wallet. I chose those two items because my grandmother’s ring is priceless to me. For instance, I could find a bible anywhere, and I could reestablish myself anywhere I go, but I wouldn’t be able to get my grandmother’s ring back.
This week assignment was an eye opener for me because the majority of us live in the moment and not for tomorrow. At this point in my life, I can truthfully say that my grandmother’s ring would be the most valuable thing I would want with me because it reminds me of her and what she stands for. I believe my grandmother to be a true child of God who worships him even when things don’t go her way. She is my inspiration and I want nothing more but to be like her when I reach her age.
Hi Erica,
ReplyDeleteI also choose the Bible as one of my 3 items because of God's unfailing grace and mercy. This assignments was also very difficult for me as well because I have never really thought about having to leave precious things behind!
This assignment was hard for me, too. I chose a gold cross because it was my grandmothers and is a symbol of my faith. I also chose to keep that item. Family and faith are the most important to me.
ReplyDeleteErica,
ReplyDeleteI did not like this blog assignment, but I loved reading your post. It sounds like you have a deep connection with your grandmother. Items from loved one can be good reminders of cherish moments together. I also liked the idea of taking a bible as it can be a source of comfort in distressful moments like the one described. Great post and I am looking forward to your next post.
Nar
What a nice tribute to your grandmother! I chose my bible as well. It sounds like in your family culture the wisdom of the older generations are highly valued. I'm sure your grandmother would be very honored my this post thank you for sharing!
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