sureshot Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 About 25 years ago my grandfather gave me a gold pocketwatch that he used in the 20's, still working and has all the real jewels in the back, it is worht soem $$$,It has been a real keepsake and I decided from when I was 10 years old it was going to be a family keepsake! I have had it hid for years in a secret place! I always said it would go to the boy in the famiy who could carry on the name! Well I did not have nay boys [and will not be lol] My brother has one boy, My wife seems to think thtat I should give it to my daughter who is not 13! the thing is my brothers little boy is the only boy in my grandfathers side to carry on the name out of abotu 7 kids , my one uncle had 2 girls, other 4 girls, other 3 girls, all girls, I just want to make the right decision!!ANy input would be appreciated!!HSudl I give it to my daughter or should I hold off for 8 more years or so and give it to my nephew who is the only boy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanH Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! I would give it you your brothers lil boy! Pass it on! Thats what I would Do! Keep the family tradition! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billygoat Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! If it is a family keepsake/namesake, it makes sense to give it to the individual who is able to carry on the namesake, therefore I would give it to your brothers boy, but hold onto it long enough to know that he (nephew) understands the importance of it to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimT Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! I would give it to your daughter..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palssonater Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! I would keep it in the family name....little nephew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MUDRUNNER Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! I WOULD HOLD ON TO IT AND GIVE IT TO THE NEPHEW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KSNimrod Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! Sounds like a gift for the nephew. I too would make sure he understands the significance of it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! tough call bret. my family on my mom's side has a set of silverware that they give to the oldest daughter. it went to my cousin when she was born, but she died a few years back, so i don't know where that set of silverware is now to be honest with you, she never had kids. as far as carrying on the name--well, traditionally, your daughter can't do that, so that makes it tough. i think i'd be inclined to keep it in my family and give it to my daughter though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil hunter Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! I think you should give it to your nephew. You'll surely be giving a lot of stuff to your daughters throughout there lives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuntingInMaine Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! Don't be so certain your daughter won't carry on the family name. Even if she does marry, a lot of women are choosing to keep their own last name. It's a tough choice you have to make, I keep going back and forth about who should have it, so I guess I am not much help here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm Sauceman Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! I would give it you your brothers little boy to keep the name..but that decision is entirely up to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superguide Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! Give it to your grandson-lots of women keep their own names now when they get married. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! I'd go with the daughter, just my opinon but I'm sure you'll make the right choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! Have to agree with the keepsake not namesake. Give it to your daughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NS whitetail Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! I would also say your daughter some day she may give you a grandson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archerjg Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! I would give it to the one that it would mean the most to, which would be your daughter in all likelyhood. The choice is yours though. Good luck with the decision. Archerjg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billygoat Posted December 22, 2004 Report Share Posted December 22, 2004 Re: important question!! Well! It's unanimous... we're equally divided! Glad we could help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VtBowhunter Posted December 23, 2004 Report Share Posted December 23, 2004 Re: important question!! [ QUOTE ] I think you should give it to your nephew. You'll surely be giving a lot of stuff to your daughters throughout there lives. [/ QUOTE ] What lil said, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sureshot Posted December 23, 2004 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2004 Re: important question!! well guys thanks alot you all really helped me lol!! I am going to keep it in the secret spot for a bit yet, not sure what to do!! I do know for sure that whoever gets it will know that if it ever is pawned off I will coem back out of my grave when I just die at 150 and haunt them!! Big decision here I know how much it means to me couse my grandfather passed away abotu 6 months after he gave it to me! I guess if i hold on to it for a while longer ti will never hurt!! Thanks you guys got me thinking alot!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brownie65 Posted December 23, 2004 Report Share Posted December 23, 2004 Re: important question!! Tough call but I think I would give it to my daughter also. I think it will be more special to her coming from you & hearing the story with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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