the hands project has prompted me to start writing my own stories down
I’ve lived a remarkably unremarkable life, but there are stories that my kids need to know. Stories, moments, events and people that my kids have never known or seen…. and they’ve all helped to shape who I am today.
So I’ve invested in a couple of pretty lined notebooks and will sit and write a little as I’m eating my lunch. I write until my hand cramps, then I sharpen my pencil for the next lunchtime, so I’m ready to go.
Brian – born 1924.
I spent my life shearing sheep. Now I play bowls. I’m pretty good.
Hilda – born 1917.
I looked after my family and went to church. For fun, I played tennis. I was very good. I think my last game was when I was 92.
Win – born 1930.
I enjoyed doing fine work. The harder the better. It was a pleasure of mine.
Ruth – born 1929.
They gave me an Order of Australia medal for community service. I was just looking after my boys. It’s what a mother should do.
Jane – born 1921.
Being at the stables with the animals was always a big part of my life.
Poppy – born 1916.
I love the fun of life! Love to sing and dance and wear fine things. Life is about happiness.
Jim – born 1931.
I’ve always had a hankering for cars. Rebuilding fine examples has been a life’s work.
Joan – born 1923.
I was a nurse in the war. It was hard. We were a great team of girls. We looked out for each other.
Pat – born 1943.
I started full-time work on the land when I was 13. Seven days a week from then on. Driving the tractor was the best job.
Mavis – born 1920.
This rolling pin helped me raise my family and win awards for cooking at the show. I’ve had it a long time.
You can find part 1 of the Hands Project here.
In the comments I’d love to hear:
Have you started writing your own stories down for your children and grandchildren? If you haven’t started, what’s stopping you?
