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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/SpacedOutCartoon on 2025-07-23 19:21:03+00:00.

We chase autographs from celebrities because they feel rare and personal. But looking at an old photo of someone you actually love. Your kid, your mom, your partner and seeing their name written in their own hand? That hits harder than any autograph ever could. My idea: when you take a special photo with someone you care about, have them sign it. Doesn’t matter if it’s messy or silly or a scribble. Now you don’t just have a picture of them. You have a piece of them. A moment, in their handwriting. I’ve never heard anyone suggest this before and wish I had done it when my kids were young. But imagine having a photo of your kid from when they were little… and they signed it in crayon. Or a snapshot of your parent before they passed… with their name in their handwriting underneath. That’s something to hold on to. I was reading a story about an autograph and I was like “I’d rather have my dad’s autograph than this.” Then realized. Why don’t I get his autograph. He’s not famous, but who cares. Just an idea.

I’ve been reading the comments. Didn’t want to spam the channel replying to everyone making it all about me. But you all have some great ideas and comments. Thank you.🙏