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Elizabeth Day
5 years ago

This is a dilemma we too are facing. I have five sets of silverware and two complete sets of really nice china, plus my set of pottery dishes, not to mention silver trays and a silver coffee/tea service. I have treasured items that belonged to my grandmothers and some things even older, that will probably never be wanted by my daughter and daughter-in-law and surely not any of my six granddaughters. When we downsized several years ago into a Garden Home, I was determined to keep only what I loved. Guess what! I kept those very things that are of… Read more »

Cynthia B
Cynthia B
5 years ago

I’m just on the precipice of this issue. As I contemplate retiring from corporate life and moving into a smaller apartment or even over seas, I’m starting to look at all this stuff and wondering what to keep. I’ve never had a problem deep cleaning and getting rid of stuff, but the things that have sentimental value, or I carefully curated over the years are posing a challenge for me. I really like the idea of donating with a purpose. Also, keeping a few items of a set. Perhaps with my patterned dishes, keeping just the bowls, or the salad… Read more »

Mary Katherine
Mary Katherine
5 years ago

Right there with you! And as we have no children, it’s even worse! I’ve downsized a LOT over the last 15 years, but also recently just got my mother’s wedding china. It’s gorgeous, and I only use it a few times a year, but I love using it (did for a dinner party last night). It has to be washed by hand, so I know none of my nieces & nephews will touch it! I also love using my great-aunt’s sterling silver flatware. I’m going to to try to USE what I have as much as possible, and prepared that… Read more »

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