I actually spent the morning polishing my great grandfather's pince-nez. He was a shoemaker. They fit me perfectly and are great for close work.

So true. My mum was the culture carrier in our family. When she passed, my sibling kept only a few things. I shipped so much over to the UK, despite not having kids. My home is full, but I'm surrounded by my ancestors' things. And one day, my nieces' children will want to know about their heritage.

Thank you! I’m just doing the #wordnerd version of it, lol.