Did you have one when you were a lass<br /> Most young maids in Newfoundland did, but that's all in the past<br /> In it were blankets, towels, face cloths and such<br /> Some pots and pans, but of that not too much<br /> More like kitchen accessories, can openers, and special cutlery<br /> Homemade and knitted, crocheted items were of plenty<br /> These treasures were kept safe in a wooden monogrammed chest<br /> In the hopes of a girl finding a good husband, and being at her best<br /> But times have changed and hope chests are of no more<br /> It's a whole new generation, and the old tradition is gone wherefore   Submitted By: Alicia "Celeste" Loughrey