Preserving a Family Heirloom
I don’t have a whole lot that has been passed down through the generations of my family. Most of the really old things I have, I received by means other than “hand me downs”.
I have the handwritten marriage licenses of two of my Hadley forebears. Both were issued by the Republic of Texas, one in 1841 and the other in 1844. They are in amazing condition. The courthouse just mailed them to me. Seems Joshua and Denny never went back to the courthouse to pick them up after they had been recorded in the proper books. Thanks guys!
I have the Eiland photograph I discussed a couple days ago. I dated it back to October 1898. That makes it 108 years old and it, too, is in great condition.
I also have a small piece of paper that my great grandmother, Lizzie Martin, used to write down her recipe for sugar cookies. It seems insignificant but it is all I have of her. It is one of just a few things passed down to me and I want to display it in some form or fashion. Naturally, it should be framed but I was wondering if anyone would have any suggestions that would make it seem really special when displayed. Is there someone you know who specializes in showcasing a family heirloom? Someone you have trusted in the past? Anyone I need to stay away from? Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.
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