Locket Stories

Gold bracelet locket marking their time in the Peace Corp in the 60s.

Gold bracelet locket marking their time in the Peace Corp in the 60s.

"For my Mom. This is a photo of my Mom & Dad from around 1965. I chose this photo because I love the 60s vibe and the convoy in the background, which immediately indicates it was taken during their Peace Corps service as teachers in Malaysia, which played such a huge role in their lives. They always spoke fondly about that time while we were growing up and still keep in touch with their fellow…
Gold Bangle Locket with photo taken on daughter's wedding day.

Gold Bangle Locket with photo taken on daughter's wedding day.

"This photo, of the Kelm siblings, was taken on my wedding day December 27, 2019. When Amy and Alyssa told us to turn and look at each other for the picture, I thought back throughout our childhood. I remembered how we fought with each other or complained that one or the other received special treatment from our parents. On this day we were all adults. We may still fight but we have learned we are…