Re: Retrology Computing: Beyond ReactiveMicro

[Sean Fahey <a2fan@hotmail.com>]

On Friday, December 7, 2012 3:28:44 AM UTC-6, Michael J. Mahon wrote:
 
> more than a few people (yes, you!), and I don't have a long time to "place"
> the many items. The likely result is that much of my collection (pile?) is
> destined for--what?--the dumpster?

Some of us actively rescue the collections of our departed community members and enshrine them online, spread it around, etc. to insure whats left is with appreciative, like-minded people.

I don't mean to sound morbid, but I (and some others I know) have given a great deal of thought to what would happen to our collections if something were to happen to us. We've discussed it with each other because we're not getting any younger and we're concerned how our loved ones would deal with these sizable, sometimes valuable possessions. Like you suggested, would it all end up in a dumpster? One of my dying wishes would be 'no' -- someone else can enjoy it.

So, in my case - I have a pact with a few good friends who are also avid Apple II enthusiasts. They've agreed to help my wife deal with my collection if I were to die suddenly. I've made my Wife aware of this because she has no clue what is what in my collection (and I've started an inventory and valuation because of that). These friends will help redistribute or eBay my collection -- or my wife might just give it all away (if I'm dead, who am I to argue) but she'll at least have and idea what everything is worth, and know who to call on for help when the time comes. I can trust my friends to do the right thing, and not just strip the goodies and run. I've promised to do the same thing for them.

I encourage everyone to make similar arrangements