Storage Solutions
Once you organize your photos, keep them protected by storing them in photo-safe or archival photo boxes. (Prices for these
start at about $5.) Buy a separate box for each year or theme, and file your photos away. Store the boxes in a cool, dark
closet to reduce the harmful effects of heat and light. Also remember to safeguard negatives. As with prints, exposure to
light will cause negatives to deteriorate. In addition, consider taking advantage of digital technology and organizing your
photos on CDs. Whether or not you have a digital camera, most photo-processing stores can create CDs of your photos.
Organizing old photos doesn't have to be a chore. Use the opportunity to gather together loved ones to reminisce and share your memories.
Healthy Benefits
Aside from giving you a great sense of accomplishment, organizing your photos has several other remarkable advantages.
- Sorting through old photos can improve your memory because it stimulates your brain to recall past events.
- The very act of organizing can relieve stress. When things are in order, it promotes a sense of calm.
- By sitting down with your children and going through photos from years past, you can educate them about their family history.
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