Vaults and Safes

My parent’s house burned down last year. They lost everything, and they had no fire insurance. It was so sad; my Mom didn’t even have time to grab her treasured family photographs, let alone any keepsakes or antiques. When I arrived at my parent’s house the night of the fire all Mom would say was “all your baby pictures are in there.” Dad was patting her back and trying to console her, but I could tell he was just as upset.Mom and Dad are renting an apartment now, and are slowly recovering from the disaster. At least they have their Pomeranian “Pickles” to keep cheer them up. I hate to say it, but the apartment never feels like home to me. There are no family photos on the wall, nor is there my great aunt’s collection of antique salt shakers lined neatly on shelves.

I know I couldn’t have prevented the fire, but I do wish I would have instructed my parents on how to save important documents, files, pictures and jewelry. If I would have only suggested they invest in a fireproof media safe to store all of their keepsakes, maybe Mom would still be able to fondly look at her wedding pictures. It’s too late now. I bought a fireproof media safe for my family last month. Even if I lose my house to a fire, I feel comforted that I won’t lose my history.