Traditions are important. They remind you of where you came from and oftentimes make you happy or sad, depending on you.
I'm fortunate that my family traditions were always memorable and now bring a smile to my face and heart whenever they drift into my memory.
My husband Tim also experienced wonderful years as he grew. This Victor Victrola came from his grandparents farm back in Ohio. Before the farm was sold, the Victrola was found in the barn and brought to his Mother's house. As a child, Tim and his siblings played with it in their garage and put on musicals to the delight of his parents and neighbors. Years went by and Tim eventually brought it to our house. He cleaned and repaired it, eventually entertaining our own children. Since then we have been fortunate to keep it with us and care for it, even when we moved to Cape Cod.
My parents loved listening to Perry Como when I was growing up. So, I was delighted when we found this Victor RCA 78rpm record album set by Perry Como among his mother's things when she settled into our home on Cape Cod.
We listen to the songs every Christmas.
Some fun facts
The Victor Victrola company produced external horn Victors between 1901-1920.
Internal horn Victors were manufactured between 1906 - 1929
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| Struna Family's Victor Victrola |
The serial number tells the Victor's story.
It was manufactured in 1916 and designated with a 'G' denoting the addition of feet on the bottom of the cabinet.
Here's hoping you have lovely memories of your family Christmas traditions!
