Things I Can't Throwaway

 I've been thinking about my Dad's matchbook collection recently.  Dad was quite the saver; nowadays might even be considered borderline hoarder.  (but no, not after the examples we can see on reality TV.  not even close).  It occurred to me that I have my own challenges with discarding things.  This is probably a partial list based on a few moments of contemplation.  As the day goes on I shall likely encounter a couple more things that are too good to throw away...yet are useless. 

 I've repurposed a number of burned-out candle jars, mostly for my craft supplies. 

 Ugh.  This is a REAL ISSUE for me:  Leftover scraps from projects that I cannot bring myself to toss.  I often will find something in this mess to use.  But would I miss anything if I just swept my arm over it and it all landed in the trash can? 

Back to my dad.  One of his collections was matchbooks.  That collection has brought me so many fond memories.  There were dozens and dozens of these little mementos from the places Dad frequented in Sacramento and around CA.  For years I've used the matchbooks and each use brought a smile and thoughts of Dad.  Now while I still have many I've decided to keep them unused.  Why and for who?  Ah...maybe I should just continue to use them and smile.