Time Capsule

This post is about what will I contribute only ONE item to a time capsule which will open in Year 2120. Hi Year 2120. Basically I am dead or 125 years old during that time but

For me, I will choose a bracelet made by coconut shell. I think this can be a representative item for the people born in generation Y,especially Chinese. It is a black bracelet and carved with words "出入平安"(Chūrù píng'ān) which meant have a safe journey. The longer you wear it, it will cover with a shiny brown colour instead of just a dead black colour. People believed it can give a good fortune and break all the bad lucks.

When I was born, my parents bought me one and it broke when I was 5 years old. The bracelet is fixed size but my hand was not. LOL. Therefore, my parents used a hammer to break it and bought me a new one. Until 2016, this is third coconut shell bracelet I have in my life. The newest one have followed me since I was 12 years old.

I also believe this bracelet can bring me good luck. Few months ago, I was waiting for bus going back to hometown. I accidentally dropped it on the floor and I almost lost it. Luckily, I picked it up and continue with my journey going back to hometown. On the way, I almost involve in a tragic car accident because of the over speed of the bus driver. Pheww.. but I am still here and typing this interesting blog. This bracelet become a kind of mental support to me. I am a kampung girl, my childhood was amazing, Fell down from bicycle until my forehead was bleeding, fire burns and I have to cut all my scorch hair but I AM STILL HERE. I don't know why but I believe this bracelet have some kind of mystery force that protect me all the way.

The reason why I want to contribute this bracelet is I don't want this kind of culture to be disappeared after 100 years. Lots of people want to make this in large amount so they choose to use machine instead of carve themselves or use plastic rather than coconut shell. I hope this kind of craftsmanship still exist after 100 years later and may the mystery force be with you.

My coconut shell bracelet.