3. This Week's Stories and Requests for Help   
      
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   Last week, Diane L. sent us an interesting, thought-provoking email about her   
   antiques and what to do about making sure they and their stories are passed   
   on.  Here are some of the responses:   
      
   "Surely a dilemna .. I think that Diane L. should ask each of her sons and   
   their wives to pick a few special items that they would like and then ask any   
   other family members (brothers, sisters, etc.) to do the same.  The sons then   
   could have an estate sale and split the proceeds 50/50.  We can only do just   
   so much ..  but know we did our very best to preserve the family items during   
   our lifetime.  Jaci"   
      
   "Diane L. has a problem of what to do with the antique heirlooms and other   
   collectibles.  We are almost all in the same position, but I know that once I   
   go home, it will not matter.  I've also found that my daughter who once really   
   didn't care about such things now has a deeper appreciation for them.  It will   
   be her responsibility to take care or dispose of the items.  Some I have   
   designated for my son, but the rest is her responsibility.  Worry about the   
   unknown is useless. Enjoy what you have and let the other worry about later.    
   Marilyn J. C."   
      
   "Diane L wanted to know what to do with her antiques.  I solved my problem   
   when I had so many dolls, toys, and dollhouses.  With the help of the   
   community we started the Children's Toy and Doll Museum..and others added to   
   our collection.  Today it is a tourist attraction and everyone can enjoy the   
   collections.  She could give her collection to a museum , her grandchildren   
   and those to come could enjoy them..It would be so gratifying to know they are   
   safe, and that others are enjoying them.  S.H.  "   
      
   "If the wife is not an antique lover any items left to her will go into the   
   next garage sale.  Bonnie F.T"   
      
   "Leave any important to you items to someone of your choice but be aware that   
   you cannot control anything after you are gone.  Charles S."   
      
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