If I had to leave and live in another country where the culture is totally different from mine, and I could only bring 3 items, they would be:
1) My Bible
2) A family cookbook
3) Photo Album
The Bible represents who I am. It guides me in my daily life and helps me conquer my fears.
The family cookbook has recipes from many relatives that have been past on. Many of these recipes are my comfort foods.
A photo album, helps me remember relatives from long ago, my friends who are no longer with me in this new land, and it has many special photos of special occassions that I do not want to forget.
If upon arrival, I could only keep one item, it would be my Bible. I need this to guide me and keep me going spiritually. As a family, we could gather around and read passages and enlighten each other.
When I first thought about what I would take, I had a difficult time. I had to really evaluate myself and choose what are the 3 most important things to me.
Alisa
ReplyDeleteWe both said we would take our Bibles! I don't know what I would do without the teachings of Jesus Christ. The world is a crazy place. The Bible is a source of peace no matter where we call home.
Alisa,
ReplyDeleteI also said that I would take a bible and photo album. I know that I would need the photo album so I would lose the memories of my past.
Alisa,
ReplyDeleteI agree that photos are important, I put that in my list as well. I did not list my Bible, but I do think it is an important thing to bring, especially when looking at another country where it may not be a dominant part of the culture. I guess I just figured if I knew where to find God, I didn't need the Bible. But, you may be right. Afterall, it is life's instruction book!
I like your idea of the family cook book, it is important to pass on those tradition from generation to generation. I also agree that photos for very important to remember family and past events that were important to your family!
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