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Sophia M.

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General Discussion Thread 08.21.2025​

Hey, GrayViners!

I recently moved into another condo, and while unpacking, I found a few things I’ve held onto for years. It got me thinking…

What’s the longest you’ve ever owned something?


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Maybe it’s a piece of furniture, a favorite jacket, or even a kitchen gadget that’s been through decades of meals. Some items just seem to stick with us no matter how many times we move or update our lives.

So, tell me—what’s the oldest thing you still have around, and is there a story behind why you’ve kept it all this time?

Here’s to the treasures that stand the test of time,
Sophia
 
My aunt whom l am named after gave me her hope chest that was purchased back in the 1920's. When they downsized, l received it from her when l was 10 yrs old and l am 70 now. So it is 100 yrs old. My mom collected china for me back in the 60's from the Kroger store each week so that china it 60ish too but it is displayed in my china cabinet
 
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One is a tiny gold and enameled heart locket with a rose bud on it that was given to me at my birth in 1956, so 69 years. Another is my Mamaw's cup and saucer collection that my mom gave to me when I was 11---she had added on to it and so have I and I love every set in it! Another is a broom I found in a shop when I was 19---made of a honeysuckle branch, the wood handle naturally curls around. Paid $20 in 1976 and have used it for indoor work and yard work and the bristles are still intact! I'm now 69. We do love and enjoy our treasures!
 
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My hand me down trumpet. When one of my Uncles died in 1918, my father took possession of it. My dad played the trombone which my older brother decided he wanted to play . As the middle child I chose my Uncle’s trumpet. Our youngest brother chose the drums. Boy oh boy did my parents regret starting his drum set! The 3 of us wailed in the basement. Too bad our parents didn’t have noise canceling headphones!
Anyway, I had it in the 6th grade which was when our Elementary School started music classes. I joyfully played it all of the time. Never minded the hours of practice. I played until my lips gave out each day. Three years ago it was stolen. In my case were 3 song flutes from the same time and some of my favorite music. It has left a huge hole in my heart and soul! 😭 🎺 🎶
 
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DalCee said:
Longest owned something??/ A cooking set... Back in the 50's my parents bought a stainless steel sets x2... When I got married in 1970 I got one of the sets... I still use the pieces... Darryl
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That’s amazing, @DalCee. A cooking set from the 50s still being used today? Stainless steel really does stand the test of time.
 
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Toddy59 said:
Buffalo Bill Gone with the Wind double globe lamp. My step-mother always told me growing up that one day that would be mine. I know of it since I was 8 so 51 years been mine!
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A double globe lamp with so much history behind it—what a treasure, @Toddy59. And the fact you’ve known it since you were 8 makes it even more special.
 
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tennis said:
I black stuffed dog, with a bell in its tail. I have had it since I was 3 yrs old. I slept with it every night until after marriage, as I am 75 yrs old now. Blackie is quite old also.
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I love that story, @tennis. A stuffed dog you’ve had since age 3 and still around at 75? “Blackie” sounds like a lifelong friend.
 
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NanMarie49 said:
I still have the piggy bank I was given in 1959. He has a red cork 'nose' with a ring in it, so breaking is not necessary to empty him. So 66 years; I am 75.
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A piggy bank from 1959, @NanMarie49? And you never had to break it open—that’s incredible. I bet it’s carried so many stories along the way.
 
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