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| "eat-in Tchotchke (Typically pronounced "CHACH-kee") are small toys, gewgaws, knickknacks, baubles, lagniappes, trinkets, or kitsch. The term has a connotation of |
I think it's time to rewrite the Wiki's definition of "tchotchke", and in the meantime, I have added the word gewgaws to the cluttered word bank section of my cerebrum.
My tchotchkes are objects I take pride in. Typically, they are extremely cheap (if not free), but became invaluable additions to my environment and represent an extension of my personality. Has this become a theme?? Sometimes they are personified (it's not a secret anymore), but mostly, they are items on display wherever I may dwell. Most make it through the years, while others may meet a tragic accidental demise (by human or by dog). Nevertheless, these are my gewgaws.... more than just "stuff".
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Agreed completely. Tired of people trying to make me get rid of my "clutter." I've been a pack rat my whole life. When I'm offered a spot on HOARDERS is when you can intervene. Hooray for tchotchkes!!! And perfect that you should post this cause I just handed in my proposal for my Photo3 final project...I'll be photographing my "tchotchkes" and things that give me the feeling of "home" <3
ReplyDeleteHoarding results in collecting of items (hazardous or not) that prevent one from normal life activities. I have always loved to collect things, but over the years, I find great pleasure in purging and simplifying my belongings. It automatically gives the items you've decided to keep a higher value.
ReplyDeleteWhen you are confined to one room, designated as your own for so many years (i.e. our parents home), it's easy to collect items that may/may not be of use to you. Treasures stashed in closets/cabinets/under the bed.. you name it. Perhaps, that's why it all starts there? The more space acquired over time will (hopefully) result into the decision to display, re-purpose, recycle, or dispose of certain items.
It's funny that this topic came up. I found a journal from 2006 which chronicled my struggle with the change of leaving my room... and what the hell was I going to do with all my stuff??? My memories. (perhaps I'll post that later)
I am a firm believer in visitation of items that give us that "lovey dovey" feeling! :)
Jess, I love how you write! Always so descriptive & fun to read. Keep it coming!
ReplyDeleteThank you Kim!!!! My friends are my inspiration :)
ReplyDeleteYou have definitely been a collector of tchotchkes for as long as I can remember. It's always given your living spaces much more character!
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