A diary. Military boots. Dancing slippers. A First Communion dress. A telegram. A train set. A charm bracelet. Peanuts, Peanuts, and more Peanuts. What do such a wide array of objects have in common? They are the stuff of which memories are made - and kept - and emotions revealed. And, along with some 100 other cherished keepsakes from childhood and beyond, they are the subjects of the brief essays and photos of Storied Stuff, Volume 1. All profits from the sale of this book will be donated to non-politicalnot-for-profit organizations helping those displaced by the January 2025 California fires.
A lovely collection of stories about cherished objects and why they have meaning for the writers. From Peruvian drums, to a sixty-year-old plant, to a hand puppet - each has a story to tell. Each essay is 500 words or fewer, so it's a great book to pick up when you need a quick break. And the proceeds go to help those displaced by the January 2025 California wildfires, so you'll be doing some good when you buy it.