cultures. They often pick up Christmas items when they travel. In addition to Santas, the Brecks collect Nutcrackers and Christmas tree ornaments from places they travel with family and friends. The Brecks said they enjoy decorating their home with the pieces they have picked up on vacations because those pieces bring back specific memories from their trips and of their families. In addition to the items they have specifically bought, they have received many items as gifts and/or as family heirlooms. HER- HERVOICE NOVEMBER/DECEMBERR 2014 O 17