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This capsule is about my Aunt Digna. At 68, she is still the heart of our family. She has always been steady, giving advice, cooking for us, and reminding us of what matters most. Her story is full of wisdom and love.

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She often laughs about walking miles to school with her siblings. They made games out of each step, turning what could have been a struggle into fun. She says those walks taught her to keep going and to find joy even in tough moments.

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Aunt Digna moved from a small town to the city in her 20s. It showed her courage and independence. She worked for over 30 years in education and community programs, helping others and mentoring kids. She also raised her children with love and was always there for nieces, nephews, and extended family.

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One of her favorite sayings is: ‘Life is hard, but God gives you the strength to carry it.’ She always reminds us that faith will pull you through

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Her arroz con gandules is famous in our family. At every gathering, she cooks enough for everyone, and it feels like love in a pot. Food is her way of showing care and keeping us together.”

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Aunt Digna’s lessons are simple but powerful:

Family comes first.

Education is something no one can take away from you.

Kindness lasts longer than wealth.

She believes these are the things that truly shape a good life.”

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She often talks about how different things are now. She remembers writing letters by hand, waiting days for a reply. Now, her grandkids talk instantly through video calls. She thinks technology is amazing but sometimes makes people forget face-to-face connections.”

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Her favorite song is ‘Bésame Mucho.’ It brings back memories of her youth and dancing. Church hymns also bring her peace today and remind her of her faith.”

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Игорь Зерщиков

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She clearly remembers the Challenger disaster in 1986, which showed the bravery of explorers. She talks about 9/11 as a turning point where people leaned on each other and prayed for unity. The pandemic also left a mark, teaching her that family and health come before anything else.”

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Aunt Digna’s life shows us that faith, family, and kindness matter more than anything. Her words and memories will carry on to the next generation. She is proof that wisdom comes not from books alone, but from living fully and loving deeply.”

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Creating this time capsule for my Aunt Digna, who is 68 years old, gave me a new appreciation for the way older adults carry wisdom that connects family, history, and culture. Through her stories, I was able to see how one person’s life reflects both personal experiences and larger social changes. It reminded me that aging is not just about getting older but about collecting lessons that can guide the next generation.

One of the most powerful parts of her story is her perseverance. She grew up in a rural town where education meant walking long miles to school. Instead of seeing this as a burden, she turned it into games with her siblings. That taught me how older adults often find joy and resilience in hardship. Her favorite saying, “Life is hard, but God gives you the strength to carry it,” captures her faith and strength. It also shows how culture and spirituality shape the way people view aging and challenges.

Her reflections on society were also meaningful. She remembers writing letters by hand, while her grandchildren use video calls. To her, technology is both a gift and a challenge. This shows how older adults adapt to rapid changes while still valuing personal connection. Her perspective reminded me that progress should not erase human relationships.

The memories of important events such as the Challenger disaster, 9/11, and the pandemic show how personal lives connect to history. These events shaped her outlook on safety, unity, and family. By including them in the capsule, I could see how older adults carry living history that textbooks alone cannot capture.

What I take from this project is that Aunt Digna’s wisdom is not just for our family, but for anyone willing to listen. She teaches that family, education, and kindness outlast material things. This capsule made me reflect on how we often overlook the voices of older adults. Their stories remind us that life is not measured by what you own but by the love and lessons you leave behind.