S
am Waters, renowned for his captivating wildlife photography around Mountain View Terrace, recently unveiled a different facet of his life. Tanks to Ana Montanez, the Resident Services Coordinator, he and other residents took part in a “Show and Tell” event. Each person brought an item that held deep personal significance.
Sam acknowledged, “Tere are some new faces living here. Tis is a chance to see a fuller picture of what makes our neighbors who they are.”
Shaped by Heritage
Ana was delighted with the turnout and the sharing. “All residents who participated were incredibly happy to share and to learn about their neighbors.
Tey even discovered ways their lives were similar.” Mountain View Terrace resident Arlene Johnson noted, “Te event helped me to get to know my neighbors better and gave me insight into their personalities.”
When it was Sam’s turn, he chose an item that spoke volumes about his heritage—a small wicker chair encased in a glass bottle, a cherished keepsake from his grandmother’s home in Missouri. “I used to gaze at it on the shelf, knowing it was from the World’s Fair in St. Louis, but didn’t know much else about it,” Sam reminisced.
Upon inheriting the bottle, he dug into its history. He discovered it was crafted by members of Te Odd Fellows lodge, one of the earliest fraternal societies, dating back to 1730s England. Te Odd Fellows established a strong presence in the U.S. beginning in 1819, in Baltimore, and have since been dedicated to supporting their members and communities. Tis chair was made by George Barnhart, a resident of Te Odd Fellows Home in Liberty, MO, and sold as a World’s Fair souvenir. Te home served orphans, those with disabilities and those with few financial resources.
“I’m passionate about history and how my roots have shaped who I am today,” Sam reflected. “Now, my neighbors at Mountain View Terrace have a glimpse into my past and what makes me, me.”
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Landis.org | FLOURISH | Fall 2024
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