Oh, sweet! I do have packrat tendencies myself, so I could identify with Ginny here. I love those mementoes, and I think it's important to remember. And remembering is easier with a little help. :)

Love the ending lines, you are only as old as you feel. (But I never had a garter).

ETA: Well done, Secret Santa writer! This was a lovely start to the hopefully long stream of fics about to pour out from this journal. What a great countdown to Christmas! :)