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I understand completely the idea of purging old papers, cards etc. But I'm not sure I understand the idea of throwing out photos. Forgive me if I'm missing something and I don't mean to sound critical, but why would you want to throw out your history? I understand maybe wanting to get rid of pictures of old boyfriends/girlfriends especially if it ended badly. I just visited Ellis Island and it was filled with beautiful, poignant photos of families. If someone hadn't saved those photos they wouldn't be hanging in a museum as a testament to history. Of course, not everyone's family pictures will end up in a museum (thank goodness). The point is your photos are part of who you are and your children and grandchildren will certainly appreciate them. I love to look at my old photos which I'm embarrassed to say are not in any order, they are in a box. They should be organized a little better and they will be when I have the time. But my husband and I both agree that it is so much fun to dig around in the box and see what we come up with. In any case, if you don't have room, scan, but do not get rid of your photos.