Going Thru Memories

Well this past week I started going thru my moms hope chest. There are alot of her items inside including some of my own. From her high school year books to my wedding flowers, there is quite a mixture. I have decided that when it comes time to leave on our fulltiming lifestyle I am going to box up these items and give them to a family member. I know she will appreciate, and take very good care of them, but it doesn't make parting with these items any easier.
Doing this seems to be the hardest thing so far about choosing to embark on a fulltime rv lifestyle. I was able to tear up some old diary's of mine when I was in high school with no problem, I figure I really don't want them anymore I have all those memories in my mind and I sure don't want anyone else reading them! LOL! Its the heart tugging items that are hard to get rid of, like great grandparents wedding pictures, mom's baby book, my old report cards and wedding pictures. I have decided that I am just not ready to give them up as of yet, which is fine since I have about 5 years to get used to the idea :-)
A few months ago I was given some medals that belonged to my Great Uncle Bill, some other items from my Great Aunt Marie. Its a long story, but I have waited a long time to get these items that I cherish. I have been trying to think of a way to take a little bit of everyone with us when we go. I haven't come to a conclusion yet but I am sure I will come up with something.
I try to go thru clothing drawers or closet every few months it seems like I am able to get rid of more and more everytime I take a peek inside. I am hoping that I will be able to do the same soon with the hope chest, before my five year time is up.